Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms that redefine computational boundaries in cryptography, AI, and materials science. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical concepts into scalable real-world applications. This role represents your opportunity to shape the quantum landscape while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors.
We provide competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and a $20K annual research stipend for experimentation. Our state-of-the-art facility features cryogenic quantum processors and dedicated prototyping labs.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms solving complex optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Publish findings in Nature Physics and IEEE Quantum journals
- Collaborate with Fortune 100 partners on industrial quantum applications
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Establish industry standards for quantum security protocols
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years experience with quantum circuit design
- Published research in top-tier quantum journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Expertise in quantum error correction techniques
- Strong background in linear algebra and group theory
- Proven track record securing federal research funding
- Experience mentoring quantum research teams