Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Research Lead to architect next-gen quantum systems that will redefine industries. Your work will directly shape the future of cryptography, AI optimization, and computational medicine in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for real-world enterprise applications
- Design scalable quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on quantum-ML hybrid frameworks
- Manage cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA and NSF research grants
- Develop patentable quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Publish findings in Nature Quantum Information
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit design experience
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum assembly languages
- Proven track record of securing government research funding
- Strong background in cryogenic quantum systems
- Experience mentoring quantum research teams