Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries and solve humanity's most complex challenges. As a Research Scientist, you'll work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, collaborating with Nobel laureates and innovators to develop quantum algorithms, error correction protocols, and next-gen hardware. We offer unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and equity in a company valued at $2B+. Your work will directly impact fields from drug discovery to climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Develop error correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Collaborate with hardware team on qubit stability and coherence
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure research grants from NSF, DARPA, and private foundations
- Mentor PhD candidates and junior researchers
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum error correction or fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to secure competitive research funding
- Collaborative mindset with 10+ peer-reviewed publications