Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine industries, from drug discovery to climate modeling. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay. Enjoy competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and unparalleled opportunities to shape tomorrow's innovations today.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating theoretical models into scalable solutions
- Publish groundbreaking research in peer-reviewed journals and industry whitepapers
- Develop error-correction methodologies for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Partner with Fortune 500 companies to implement quantum prototypes
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and decoherence mitigation
- Proven track record of securing federal research funding
- Strong background in machine learning and classical optimization
- Experience leading technical teams of 5+ researchers