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 Research Lead to architect the next generation of quantum algorithms and drive breakthroughs in computational power. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of AI, cryptography, and complex system simulations while collaborating with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and world-class engineers.
Why Nexus Labs? We provide a cutting-edge research environment with unlimited computational resources, competitive equity packages, and flexible hybrid work arrangements. Our team has already achieved 3 quantum supremacy milestones in the past year, and we're accelerating toward 2026's quantum advantage era.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers in quantum hardware-software integration
- Develop error mitigation strategies for scalable quantum systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure federal and private research grants totaling $5M+
- Mentor PhD researchers and patent novel quantum methodologies
- Collaborate with industry partners to commercialize quantum solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent top-tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant computing
- Strong track record of securing research funding
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Experience leading R&D teams of 10+ researchers