Job Description
Shape the technological frontier at Nexus Labs as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Research Lead to drive breakthroughs in quantum algorithms, error correction, and scalable hardware integration. Join our interdisciplinary team of Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art cryogenic labs and a $50M quantum computing cluster. You'll collaborate with Fortune 500 partners in finance, pharmaceuticals, and aerospace to commercialize quantum advantage by 2026. This role includes equity participation in our Series B startup.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for optimization and cryptography applications
- Design fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures targeting 1000+ qubit systems
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Manage $2M+ R&D budget for quantum hardware prototyping
- Present quantum roadmaps to C-suite executives at partner organizations
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum simulation frameworks
- Experience with superconducting qubit or ion trap systems
- Demonstrated ability to secure government/industry grants
- Security clearance preferred for DoD projects