Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries by 2026. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough solutions in cryptography, optimization, and AI integration. Work alongside Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art facility where theoretical physics meets real-world application.
We offer equity, unlimited PTO, and a $50K annual R&D stipend. Your work will directly impact climate modeling, drug discovery, and financial systems. This is your chance to shape the technological landscape of the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for commercial applications
- Lead a cross-disciplinary team of physicists and software engineers
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Collaborate with Fortune 500 partners on 2026 deployment roadmaps
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $10M+ in government and industry grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing or Physics with 5+ years industry experience
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit optimization
- Proven track record leading technical teams of 10+ members
- Familiarity with quantum error correction codes (surface, LDPC)
- Experience securing federal research grants
- Deep understanding of quantum supremacy milestones