Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer the next wave of quantum computing breakthroughs. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead for 2026 initiatives, you'll architect the future of computational science while mentoring world-class researchers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility. This is your opportunity to shape technologies that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum algorithms for 2026 commercial applications
- Oversee deployment of quantum-optimized machine learning frameworks
- Drive research into topological qubit stability at scale
- Collaborate with NASA and DARPA on next-gen quantum communication protocols
- Publish breakthrough findings in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Secure $10M+ in research grants for 2026 quantum infrastructure
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in quantum error correction or fault tolerance
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Proven track record of securing federal research grants
- Deep understanding of NISQ-era limitations and 2026 roadmaps