Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to pioneer breakthrough applications in cryptography, AI, and materials science. Shape the next decade of technology while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility.
What You'll Experience:
- Access to quantum hardware with 1000+ qubit capabilities
- Unlimited research budget and patent ownership
- Equity package with early-stage startup upside
- Flexible remote-first work culture with quarterly innovation retreats
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industry applications
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Secure federal research grants and corporate partnerships
- Publish findings in Nature/Science and present at QIP conferences
- Develop error-correction frameworks for commercial quantum systems
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers and PhD candidates
- Drive quantum computing adoption in finance and healthcare sectors
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Track record securing $500K+ in research funding
- Experience mentoring quantum research teams
- Clearance for government quantum projects (preferred)