Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026. We seek an exceptional Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect breakthrough algorithms and drive innovation in post-quantum cryptography, quantum machine learning, and scalable quantum systems. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape humanity's technological future in our state-of-the-art San Francisco laboratory.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for commercial applications in finance, healthcare, and logistics
- Design and implement error-corrected quantum computing architectures
- Collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT/Caltech researchers on quantum supremacy projects
- Secure $2M+ annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Develop patentable quantum encryption protocols for 2026 deployment
- Present findings at Nature and Science journal conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of quantum computing research with peer-reviewed publications
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Proven track record of securing government research funding
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with superconducting qubit or ion trap systems
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals