Job Description
Join the forefront of technological revolution at Nexus Quantum Labs. We're pioneering quantum computing breakthroughs that will redefine industries by 2026. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect next-gen quantum algorithms and mentor a team of world-class physicists and engineers. Work in state-of-the-art facilities with access to IBM Quantum and D-Wave systems while shaping the future of computational science.
What you'll experience:
- Cutting-edge lab resources
- Collaborative innovation sessions with Nobel laureates
- Competitive equity packages
- Flexible hybrid work model
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Lead cross-functional research teams in quantum hardware-software integration
- Publish findings in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE conferences
- Develop quantum-resistant cryptography protocols
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
- Collaborate with industry partners on real-world quantum applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and quantum mechanics
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical research teams
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and error correction
- Track record of securing government or corporate research funding