Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect next-gen algorithms that redefine computational boundaries. Our multidisciplinary team leverages cutting-edge hardware and theoretical physics to solve previously unsolvable challenges in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and a state-of-the-art lab overlooking the Bay. If you're passionate about shaping the technological landscape of tomorrow, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for practical 2026 applications
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit stability and error correction
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Manage cross-functional teams of physicists, engineers, and data scientists
- Develop ethical frameworks for quantum deployment in sensitive industries
- Secure $5M+ in annual research funding through NSF and DARPA proposals
- Translate theoretical advances into patentable commercial solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proven track record securing government research grants
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum simulation frameworks
- Experience mentoring postdoctoral researchers and PhD candidates
- Deep understanding of NISQ-era limitations and 2026 roadmap challenges