Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as our 2026 Quantum Computing Research Lead. We're pioneering the next generation of quantum systems that will redefine computing by 2026, and we need a visionary leader to accelerate this mission.
In this pivotal role, you'll spearhead groundbreaking research in quantum algorithms, error correction, and hardware scalability. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT PhDs to develop proprietary quantum architectures that solve previously impossible problems in cryptography, drug discovery, and AI optimization. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including a 256-qubit quantum processor and dedicated cryogenic labs.
Nexus Labs provides industry-leading benefits including equity packages, flexible remote work options, and a $10,000 annual innovation fund. Shape the future of human knowledge and be immortalized as a pioneer in the 2026 technological revolution.
Responsibilities
- Lead R&D initiatives for fault-tolerant quantum computing systems targeting 2026 deployment milestones
- Develop novel quantum algorithms with exponential speedup for NP-hard problems
- Architect scalable quantum error correction protocols for industrial applications
- Collaborate with hardware teams to design next-generation qubit technologies
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and secure 5+ patents annually
- Mentor a cross-disciplinary team of 12+ quantum physicists and computer scientists
- Secure $5M+ in government/industry grants for quantum advancement projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science with 8+ years industry experience
- Published peer-reviewed research on quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Proven track record leading quantum algorithm development with 50+ qubit systems
- Expertise in quantum machine learning frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, PennyLane)
- Deep understanding of quantum hardware architectures (superconducting, trapped ion)
- Experience securing $3M+ in quantum computing research grants
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex quantum concepts to stakeholders