Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop next-gen quantum processors. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for groundbreaking research in quantum cryptography and AI-quantum hybrid systems.
We provide a $10M research budget, flexible work arrangements, and equity participation in our unicorn-status startup. Shape the future of computational science while enjoying competitive benefits including unlimited PTO and comprehensive health coverage.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications in finance and drug discovery
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers to build quantum-optimized neural networks
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers annually in Nature Quantum or IEEE journals
- Develop error-correction protocols for 1000+ qubit systems
- Collaborate with government agencies on quantum-resistant cybersecurity standards
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum machine learning initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years experience with quantum simulators (Qiskit, Cirq) or hardware (IBM Quantum, Rigetti)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum assembly languages
- Security clearance or willingness to obtain for government projects