Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to drive our next-generation quantum algorithms and hardware integration initiatives. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of computational science while collaborating with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and industry pioneers.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco provides access to quantum annealing systems, superconducting qubit arrays, and cryogenic computing environments. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists, materials scientists, and AI specialists to develop practical quantum applications for cryptography, optimization, and machine learning.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical commercial applications
- Lead quantum hardware integration projects with superconducting qubit systems
- Develop error-correction methodologies for quantum computing scalability
- Collaborate with AI teams to create quantum-machine learning hybrid systems
- Publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum computing
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Proven track record of securing government research grants
- Experience leading cross-disciplinary technical teams
- Patents in quantum computing or related fields preferred