Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer quantum solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect breakthrough algorithms and transform theoretical physics into real-world applications. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the next generation of computational paradigms while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors.
Your mission: Develop fault-tolerant quantum systems that solve previously impossible problems in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling. We provide state-of-the-art lab facilities, unlimited research budget, and equity in our pre-IPO quantum startup.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for practical industry applications
- Design error-correction protocols for scalable quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information science
- Secure federal and private research grants
- Develop quantum security frameworks for enterprise clients
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in Nature/Science journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics