Job Description
Shape the future of computational science as our Quantum Computing Research Lead at Nexus Quantum Labs. We're pioneering quantum algorithms for 2026-era challenges in drug discovery, climate modeling, and AI optimization. Join our interdisciplinary team where cutting-edge physics meets next-gen software engineering. This senior role offers leadership opportunities in a state-of-the-art facility with unlimited compute resources and direct collaboration with MIT and Caltech research affiliates.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists, engineers, and data scientists
- Develop error mitigation strategies for NISQ-era quantum processors
- Secure $2M+ in quantum computing research grants
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Advise Fortune 500 clients on quantum adoption roadmaps
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit design
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Strong Python/C++ programming with quantum libraries
- Experience leading NSF/NIH grant proposals