Job Description
Join NexusLabs at the forefront of technological evolution 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 computational science. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and lead a multidisciplinary team pushing the boundaries of quantum supremacy. This role offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical quantum mechanics into practical applications that will redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for cryptography optimization and machine learning acceleration
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists, engineers, and data scientists
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Develop quantum hardware-software integration frameworks
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
- Translate theoretical quantum models into scalable industrial solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science with 5+ years industry experience
- Proven track record of publishing in Nature/Science journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong background in quantum machine learning and quantum simulation
- Experience with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Demonstrated success leading large-scale R&D projects
- Patents in quantum computing or related fields preferred