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Quantum Computing Research Lead

Nexus Labs
Austin
Estimated Salary
USD 180.000 – USD 250.000
New
Live Update
28 Juni 2026
Deadline
28 Jun 2027

Job Description

Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to pioneer breakthroughs that will redefine computational boundaries. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic foresight to develop scalable quantum solutions for real-world applications. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, collaborating with industry partners to translate theoretical advances into commercial innovations.

We offer unparalleled resources including access to quantum annealing hardware, dedicated research clusters, and partnerships with leading academic institutions. Our culture values intellectual curiosity and cross-functional innovation, with opportunities to publish groundbreaking research and shape emerging standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead quantum algorithm development for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
  • Design fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures targeting 2026 deployment challenges
  • Manage cross-functional teams of physicists, engineers, and data scientists
  • Secure and manage multi-million dollar research grants and industry partnerships
  • Develop quantum-safe cybersecurity protocols for next-gen infrastructure
  • Drive innovation in quantum machine learning and AI integration
  • Present findings at top-tier conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals

Qualifications

  • PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
  • 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
  • Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
  • Proven track record of securing research funding ($1M+)
  • Strong background in quantum machine learning or quantum cryptography
  • Experience leading technical teams of 10+ researchers
  • Published work in Nature/Science or top-tier quantum computing journals
  • Familiarity with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, D-Wave)

Required Skills

Quantum Computing Quantum Algorithms Fault-Tolerant Systems Quantum Machine Learning Cryptography Research Leadership High-Performance Computing Scientific Publishing Quantum Hardware AI Integration

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