Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect next-generation computational frameworks that will redefine industries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt AI paradigms in our state-of-the-art quantum research facility.
Why Nexus Labs? We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and the freedom to publish groundbreaking research. Our 2026 roadmap includes quantum supremacy breakthroughs and hybrid AI-quantum systems.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for 2026-era computational challenges
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams of physicists and software engineers
- Develop error-corrected quantum architectures for real-world applications
- Secure $10M+ in government/private research grants annually
- Publish in Nature/Science journals and contribute to IEEE quantum standards
- Advise C-suite on quantum adoption strategies for Fortune 500 clients
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent industry experience
- 5+ years in quantum algorithm development with proven scalability
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, and topological quantum computing
- Published work in top-tier quantum research journals
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments
- Experience securing federal quantum research grants
- Deep understanding of quantum machine learning frameworks