Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and contribute to breakthrough applications in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex computational problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum systems in cryogenic environments
- Publish high-impact research in leading scientific journals
- Develop quantum machine learning frameworks for enterprise applications
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure federal and private research grants for 2026 quantum initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on quantum computing research with superconducting qubits
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science or IEEE journals
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level system programming
- Experience with quantum error correction protocols
- Demonstrated ability to secure $500K+ research funding