Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as our 2026 Quantum Computing Research Lead. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and next-gen AI algorithms that will redefine computing paradigms. This role offers the rare opportunity to shape humanity's digital future while working with Nobel Prize-winning scientists in our state-of-the-art quantum lab.
You'll lead a multidisciplinary team of physicists, mathematicians, and engineers to develop breakthrough quantum applications. Our culture combines MIT-level rigor with Silicon Valley agility, offering unparalleled resources and autonomy to tackle humanity's most complex computational challenges.
Responsibilities
- Architect quantum-resistant cryptographic protocols for post-quantum security infrastructure
- Lead R&D in quantum machine learning algorithms for 2026-era AI systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum error correction techniques
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals with real-world applications
- Secure $5M+ in government/private quantum research funding annually
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdocs in quantum information science
- Develop ethical frameworks for quantum computing deployment in critical sectors
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Theoretical Physics, or related field (post-doc preferred)
- 5+ years of quantum algorithm development with 2+ publications in top-tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proven track record of securing $1M+ in quantum research funding
- Deep understanding of Shor's/Grover's algorithms and quantum supremacy
- Experience with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in cryptographic systems and cybersecurity
- Exceptional ability to translate complex quantum concepts for non-technical stakeholders