Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect next-gen algorithms, lead a world-class team, and develop scalable quantum systems that will redefine industries. This is your opportunity to shape the future of computation while working in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications in finance, healthcare, and materials science
- Lead a multidisciplinary team of 12+ quantum physicists and software engineers
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with industry partners to implement quantum solutions by 2026
- Secure $5M+ in research funding through NSF and corporate partnerships
- Publish findings in Nature/Science journals and present at quantum computing conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithm design (Shor's, Grover's, QAOA)
- Proven track record of leading high-stakes R&D projects
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in superconducting or photonic quantum systems