Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms and lead a world-class team to solve humanity's most complex challenges. We offer competitive equity, flexible work arrangements, and access to cutting-edge quantum hardware.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography
- Lead a multidisciplinary team of physicists and software engineers
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on quantum error correction protocols
- Translate theoretical research into scalable quantum computing frameworks
- Secure $10M+ in government and private research grants
- Publish findings in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Drive commercial applications in finance and drug discovery
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit design
- Proven track record of peer-reviewed publications
- Experience securing federal research grants
- Strong background in linear algebra and computational theory
- Exceptional leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills