Job Description
Shape the future of technology as Quantum Computing Research Lead at Nexus Innovations. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine computational capabilities by 2026. Join our elite team of physicists and engineers to develop breakthrough quantum systems with real-world applications in cryptography, AI, and materials science.
What you'll achieve:
- Lead quantum algorithm development for next-gen computing platforms
- Collaborate with MIT and Caltech researchers on quantum error correction
- Secure $2M+ in research grants through NIH and NSF partnerships
- Present findings at IEEE Quantum Week and Nature conferences
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Manage team of 5 PhD researchers and 3 quantum hardware engineers
- Develop error-correction protocols for 100+ qubit systems
- Secure industry partnerships with IBM Quantum and Rigetti
- Publish 2+ peer-reviewed papers annually in Nature Physics
- Oversee $1.5M quantum computing lab operations
- Mentor postdoctoral fellows in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in top-tier journals (Nature/Science)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in quantum machine learning algorithms
- Proven track record of securing federal research grants
- Experience leading cross-disciplinary technical teams