Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect next-generation algorithms and protocols that will redefine computational boundaries. In this pivotal role, you'll lead a cross-disciplinary team of physicists, engineers, and data scientists to develop scalable quantum systems capable of solving previously intractable problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
This position offers unparalleled access to our state-of-the-art quantum annealing lab and collaborative partnerships with MIT, Caltech, and IBM Quantum Network. You'll shape our 5-year R&D roadmap while publishing breakthrough research in top-tier journals and presenting at international quantum computing symposiums.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for optimization and simulation problems
- Design error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to implement quantum circuits
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor PhD researchers and cross-functional project teams
- Secure $5M+ in government/industry research grants
- Develop patentable quantum IP for commercial applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information Science
- 5+ years quantum computing research with top-tier labs (IBM, Google, Rigetti)
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor, Grover, VQE)
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit simulators
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience securing DoE/NASA research grants
- US citizenship required for government project access