Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect the next generation of computational systems. This role demands a blend of deep technical expertise and strategic innovation to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
In our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to transform theoretical quantum algorithms into scalable solutions. We offer unparalleled resources, including access to 128-qubit processors and a $500M research budget. Your work will directly impact fields from drug discovery to climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement fault-tolerant quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams of physicists, computer scientists, and engineers
- Develop error correction protocols for quantum supremacy applications
- Secure $1M+ in annual research grants from federal and private sources
- Pioneer quantum-ML hybrid architectures for real-world problem solving
- Mentor next-generation quantum researchers through our fellowship program
- Author peer-reviewed publications for Nature and Science journals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (postdoc preferred)
- 5+ years experience with quantum circuit design and error mitigation
- Publication record in top-tier quantum research journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Proven track record of securing government research grants
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and topological qubits
- Experience leading research teams of 10+ scientists