Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms to solve problems deemed impossible by classical computing. As a Research Scientist, you'll develop next-gen quantum protocols for cryptography, optimization, and AI acceleration. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical breakthroughs into real-world applications. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment where innovation isn't just encouraged—it's expected.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for 2026-era computational challenges
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims on proprietary hardware
- Develop error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $1M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Translate theoretical models into deployable quantum applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Proficiency with quantum error correction codes (surface, LDPC, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research funding
- Deep understanding of quantum-classical hybrid computing architectures