Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026 technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine global industries. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms and scalable quantum systems that solve previously impossible problems. Work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab alongside Nobel Prize-winning physicists and Silicon Valley innovators. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape humanity's quantum future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications
- Lead a cross-disciplinary team of physicists and software engineers
- Develop error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with Fortune 500 partners on real-world quantum implementations
- Publish groundbreaking research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $10M+ in government and industry grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error mitigation
- Proven track record of leading high-stakes R&D projects
- Security clearance eligibility (Top Secret preferred)