Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational capabilities. Our interdisciplinary team collaborates with NASA, Stanford, and MIT to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Enjoy competitive equity, flexible research budgets, and access to our state-of-the-art quantum lab in downtown San Francisco.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for cryptography and optimization
- Lead prototype development of superconducting qubit systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to reduce quantum decoherence rates
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $5M+ in federal research grants annually
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Develop error correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum computing
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit development
- Published research in quantum error correction or topology
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum assembly languages
- Experience with cryogenic systems and dilution refrigerators
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Track record of securing government research grants