Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries, from pharmaceuticals to logistics. As a Research Lead, you'll spearhead breakthrough projects in error correction, quantum algorithms, and hardware optimization. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT PhDs in our state-of-the-art Bay Area facility, where we're building quantum systems that solve problems impossible for classical computers.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for real-world applications
- Design and implement quantum error correction protocols
- Manage cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum computing principles
- Translate theoretical models into scalable quantum hardware
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research
- Published work in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit design
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Proven track record of securing research funding
- Excellent communication skills for technical presentations