Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing breakthroughs that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT PhDs to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware solutions. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and a culture that celebrates bold innovation.
What we offer:
- Unlimited R&D budget with cutting-edge quantum processors
- Equity grants in our pre-IPO unicorn
- Flexible hybrid work with 3-month sabbaticals
- Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware components
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $2M+ in government and private funding
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum mechanics
- Collaborate with NASA and DARPA on quantum communication systems
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics/Computer Science with quantum focus
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in Qiskit/IBM Quantum Experience
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with superconducting qubit architectures
- Strong Python/C++ programming skills
- Track record of securing research grants