Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect next-gen algorithms and drive breakthroughs in cryptography, AI optimization, and material science. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin innovation hub, equipped with state-of-the-art quantum processors. Shape the future of human-computer interaction while mentoring a multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists and software engineers.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum hardware-software integration
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Publish findings in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum machine learning
- Drive commercialization of quantum encryption technologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing or Physics with 5+ years industry experience
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit design
- Proven track record of securing government research funding
- Proficiency in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with superconducting qubit architectures
- Strong background in computational complexity theory