Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine global industries. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough solutions in cryptography, AI optimization, and materials science. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley's brightest minds in our state-of-the-art lab. We offer equity, flexible scheduling, and unlimited PTO for those pushing humanity's boundaries.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for commercial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant security systems
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals
- Develop quantum machine learning frameworks for predictive analytics
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Partner with Fortune 500 companies on quantum integration projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience with IBM Q or Rigetti
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum circuit design
- Strong background in cryptography and cybersecurity
- Experience securing federal research grants (NSF/DOE)