Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect the next generation of computational paradigms. In this role, you'll lead groundbreaking research initiatives, collaborate with Nobel laureates, and shape the quantum landscape that will define the future. Our state-of-the-art Austin facility offers unparalleled resources, competitive benefits, and a culture that rewards audacious innovation. If you're ready to transform theoretical possibilities into tangible realities, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute quantum algorithm frameworks for 2026-era applications
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams of physicists, engineers, and AI specialists
- Drive breakthroughs in quantum error correction and scalability
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Publish findings in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum machine learning
- Collaborate with industry partners to commercialize quantum innovations
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Published peer-reviewed papers on quantum algorithms or cryptography
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Demonstrated success in securing government research funding
- Expertise in quantum decoherence mitigation techniques
- Strong background in topological quantum computing models