Job Description
Shape the future of technology at Nexus Future Labs as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026. We seek a visionary Research Lead to drive breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and error correction. Join our elite team in Austin, TX, where innovation meets execution in a state-of-the-art facility. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish groundbreaking research and collaborate with Nobel laureates while contributing to projects that will redefine computational capabilities.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum algorithms for 2026 applications
- Design and implement error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Secure $5M+ in research grants through NIH/NSF proposals
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers in Nature/Science journals annually
- Mentor PhD researchers and drive lab innovation culture
- Collaborate with industry partners on quantum-hybrid computing models
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of quantum computing research with top-tier publications
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Proven track record of securing federal research funding
- Experience leading teams of 10+ researchers
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction architectures
- Strong background in superconducting or photonic qubit systems