Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine global industries. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industry paradigms in our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley facility. Enjoy unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and equity in a company valued at $2B+. Shape the future of computation and solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Lead breakthrough research in quantum algorithms and error correction protocols
- Design and execute experiments on 128+ qubit quantum processors
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum gate performance
- Publish findings in Nature/Science and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $5M+ in NSF/DARPA research grants annually
- Mentor PhD interns and lead cross-functional quantum initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (2020-2026 graduates encouraged)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum programming experience with Qiskit/Cirq
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error mitigation and fault-tolerance techniques
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware systems
- Proven track record of securing government research funding