Job Description
Shape the future of technology as a Quantum Computing Research Lead at Nexus Quantum Labs. We're pioneering the next frontier of computational science to solve humanity's most complex challenges by 2026. Join our elite team of innovators in developing scalable quantum algorithms and hybrid quantum-classical systems that will redefine industries.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs?
- Access to state-of-the-art quantum hardware and cloud platforms
- Collaborative research environment with Nobel Prize-winning physicists
- Competitive equity packages in a pre-IPO quantum unicorn
- Direct impact on NASA's quantum space communication initiatives
Responsibilities
- Lead R&D initiatives for fault-tolerant quantum processors by 2026
- Develop novel quantum machine learning algorithms for drug discovery
- Collaborate with NASA on quantum-encrypted satellite communications
- Mentor cross-functional teams of quantum physicists and software engineers
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA and NSF research grants
- Author breakthrough publications in Nature Physics
- Drive patent portfolio expansion in quantum cryptography
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in top-tier journals (e.g., Science, Nature)
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum error correction protocols
- Proven track record of securing government research funding
- Deep understanding of quantum supremacy benchmarks
- Experience mentoring PhD-level researchers