Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation! We're pioneering next-gen quantum algorithms for 2026 applications in cryptography, AI, and materials science. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and cutting-edge engineers to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and a culture where curiosity drives breakthroughs. What you'll do: Design quantum circuits, develop error-correction protocols, and publish in Nature/Science. Why join us: Work on projects that will redefine technology by 2026, with competitive equity and flexible work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for practical 2026 applications
- Lead experiments on 50+ qubit quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum system performance
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patent disclosures
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum methodologies
- Secure external funding through NSF/DARPA grants
- Present findings at international quantum conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Published work in top-tier quantum journals
- Proficiency in Python and high-performance computing
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction
- Experience with superconducting or photonic qubits
- Strong track record of interdisciplinary collaboration