Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and scalable quantum computing architectures to redefine global security paradigms. 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, flexible R&D budgets, and the chance to patent breakthrough technologies that will shape the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Lead research initiatives in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Develop novel algorithms for quantum machine learning applications
- Author peer-reviewed publications for Nature/Science journals
- Secure $2M+ in NSF/DARPA grants for quantum security projects
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Collaborate with hardware teams on cryogenic quantum processor integration
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years experience with quantum circuit simulation frameworks (Qiskit/Cirq)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum annealing and superconducting qubits
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum assembly languages
- Track record of translating theoretical concepts to experimental prototypes