Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect next-gen computational paradigms. This role demands a blend of theoretical brilliance and hands-on innovation to solve previously impossible challenges in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industries before they exist.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm design for 2026-era applications in drug discovery and climate modeling
- Architect error-corrected qubit systems using superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks for enterprise-scale problems
- Secure $15M+ in DARPA/NASA grants for 2026 quantum roadmap initiatives
- Mentor a cross-disciplinary team of physicists, engineers, and computational biologists
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics/Science with 2026 impact metrics
- Partner with MIT and ETH Zurich on quantum internet infrastructure projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science with 5+ years industry R&D
- Published work in top-tier journals on quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or Q# with 1000+ qubit simulations
- Proven track record securing $5M+ in government/VC funding
- Deep knowledge of quantum cryptography standards (NIST PQC candidates)
- Experience leading teams with 10+ members in high-stakes R&D environments
- Patents in quantum computing or machine learning acceleration
- Fluency in Python/C++ with low-level hardware optimization skills