Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer the next wave of quantum breakthroughs by 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect scalable quantum systems that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt traditional computing paradigms in our state-of-the-art Bay Area facility. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish groundbreaking research, mentor emerging quantum engineers, and shape the future of technology.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-disciplinary teams in developing quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Architect fault-tolerant quantum computing systems with 100+ qubit coherence
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF, DARPA, and industry partners
- Drive quantum machine learning integration for predictive modeling
- Author 3+ high-impact publications in Nature/Science journals annually
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers and industry collaborators
- Develop quantum security protocols for 2026-era infrastructure
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum hardware/software experience
- Proven track record of publishing in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and decoherence mitigation
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Quipper)
- Experience securing federal research grants ($1M+ preferred)
- Strong background in quantum cryptography and information theory