Job Description
Shape the future of technology at Nexus Quantum Labs in 2026. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will revolutionize industries worldwide. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop cutting-edge algorithms and hardware architectures at our San Francisco innovation hub. Join our interdisciplinary team of Nobel laureates and tech disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs?
• Work with IBM Quantum and Google Quantum AI partners
• Access to our 1000-qubit quantum processors
• Equity in a $2B unicorn valued at $5B
• Flexible hybrid work with unlimited PTO
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning
- Lead research on quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to develop quantum processors
- Publish findings in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $1M+ in NSF/DoD quantum research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Partner with industry leaders to commercialize quantum breakthroughs
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (2026 graduates welcome)
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum computing or condensed matter physics
- Experience with superconducting qubit architectures
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Proficiency in Python/C++ and high-performance computing
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research funding
- Passion for quantum supremacy applications