Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop scalable quantum algorithms while working in our state-of-the-art downtown San Francisco facility. Enjoy flexible remote options, unlimited learning stipends, and equity in a unicorn-backed startup.
Our team combines deep academic rigor with startup agility to solve problems previously considered unsolvable. You'll access our proprietary quantum simulators and collaborate with industry partners in pharmaceuticals, cryptography, and AI. We offer competitive benefits including comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) matching, and quarterly innovation retreats in Tahoe.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant cryptographic systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals (Nature/Science)
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize qubit coherence times
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Publication record in quantum information theory
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with high-performance computing (HPC) environments
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- US citizenship or permanent residency required for government contracts