Job Description
Join the forefront of technological revolution at Nexus Quantum Labs as we pioneer the next generation of quantum computing solutions. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect breakthrough algorithms and accelerate our 2026 roadmap for quantum supremacy. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of computational science while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing novel quantum algorithms for cryptography and optimization
- Architect fault-tolerant quantum systems targeting 1000+ qubit operations by 2026
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Publish findings in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Mentor PhD researchers and drive quantum education initiatives
- Partner with AWS/IBM quantum cloud platforms for scalable deployment
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years experience with superconducting qubit architectures
- Proven track record publishing in top-tier quantum research journals
- Expertise in Qiskit/Cirq and quantum error correction protocols
- Experience securing federal SBIR/STTR grants
- Deep knowledge of quantum machine learning frameworks
- Strong background in cryogenic engineering and control systems