Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026. We seek a visionary Research Lead to architect next-gen quantum algorithms and drive breakthroughs in cryptography, simulation, and AI integration. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the computational landscape of tomorrow while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for commercial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Develop error-correction frameworks for scalable quantum systems
- Secure $2M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Partner with Fortune 500 clients to solve quantum-adjacent challenges
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Architect quantum-cloud hybrid infrastructure solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Proven grant-writing success for federal research programs
- Deep knowledge of quantum error correction protocols
- Experience mentoring post-quantum cryptography teams
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum systems