Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution! We're pioneering next-gen quantum computing solutions that will redefine encryption, material science, and AI optimization. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art downtown San Francisco lab. This is your chance to shape the technological landscape of tomorrow while enjoying unparalleled benefits: equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and a $20,000 annual learning stipend.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead cutting-edge research in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Develop scalable quantum hardware interfaces and control systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure patents and intellectual property for novel quantum applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published work in quantum information theory or quantum hardware
- Strong background in linear algebra, topology, and statistical mechanics
- Demonstrated ability to secure research grants and funding
- Experience with quantum simulation platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti)