Job Description
Join Nexus Labs 2026 at the forefront of technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine industries by 2026. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect next-gen algorithms and lead a multidisciplinary team to solve humanity's most complex challenges. This role offers unparalleled resources, cutting-edge facilities, and the autonomy to shape the future of computational science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography applications
- Lead a cross-functional team of physicists, engineers, and software developers
- Collaborate with Fortune 500 partners to deploy quantum solutions in finance, healthcare, and logistics
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $10M+ in research grants and partnerships
- Maintain compliance with NIST quantum security standards
- Mentor PhD candidates and junior researchers
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Proven track record of securing federal or industry research grants
- Published papers in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing
- Experience leading technical teams of 10+ researchers