Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the frontier of technological evolution. We seek a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. Lead a multidisciplinary team in developing quantum algorithms, optimize error-correction protocols, and translate theoretical models into scalable industrial applications. Shape the next era of computational power while collaborating with MIT-caliber researchers and Fortune 500 partners.
Responsibilities
- Architect quantum computing frameworks targeting 2026 industrial applications in cryptography and materials science.
- Lead a team of 12+ quantum physicists and software engineers in prototyping novel error-correction techniques.
- Secure $5M+ in federal grants and private partnerships for quantum research initiatives.
- Translate quantum algorithms into optimized code for IBM and Rigetti quantum processors.
- Present quarterly breakthroughs to the National Quantum Initiative Consortium and industry stakeholders.
- Develop patentable quantum encryption protocols with 10x current security benchmarks.
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum algorithm design and hardware-software co-development.
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 8+ years of quantum computing R&D.
- Published work in Nature/Science journals on quantum error correction or topological qubits.
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum circuit optimization frameworks.
- Experience securing NSF/DARPA grants and managing multi-million dollar research budgets.
- Expertise in quantum machine learning algorithms and quantum-classical hybrid systems.
- Track record of leading teams that achieved quantum advantage milestones.
- Strong background in cryogenic engineering and superconducting qubit manipulation.