Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for the 2026 digital frontier. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect next-gen computational paradigms that will redefine industries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt traditional computing boundaries in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
What you'll achieve:
- Lead breakthrough research in quantum algorithms for AI optimization
- Develop scalable quantum-resistant security frameworks
- Drive commercialization of quantum computing applications
- Mentor a multidisciplinary team of physicists and software engineers
Responsibilities
- Design and execute quantum computing experiments for 2026 industry applications
- Develop novel quantum error correction methodologies
- Secure $5M+ in federal and private research grants
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers in Nature/Science journals
- Establish industry partnerships with Fortune 500 technology firms
- Lead quantum machine learning algorithm development
- Present findings at global tech conferences (e.g., CES 2026)
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years experience with superconducting qubit systems
- Published research in quantum algorithm design
- Expertise in quantum machine learning frameworks
- Track record of securing federal research grants
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum simulation tools
- Experience leading cross-disciplinary technical teams