Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and scalable quantum computing systems to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop next-generation quantum algorithms that will redefine cybersecurity, drug discovery, and artificial intelligence. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit quantum processors and dedicated time on national quantum networks.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for cryptography optimization
- Lead experimental validation of quantum error correction protocols
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patents in quantum computing
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics fundamentals
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit architectures
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum assembly languages
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Experience with high-performance computing environments