Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and scalable quantum computing solutions to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to build the quantum infrastructure of tomorrow. Our state-of-the-art San Francisco campus offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit processors and dedicated quantum annealing arrays.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Develop quantum-resistant cryptographic protocols for next-gen security
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants and partnerships
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
- Translate theoretical advances into patentable commercial applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (2020-2025)
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and error correction methodologies
- Proven track record of publishing in Nature/Science journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum assembly languages
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, AWS Braket)
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing
- Ability to secure government and industry research funding