Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms and spearhead next-gen quantum hardware integration. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape humanity's technological trajectory while enjoying Austin's vibrant tech ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical commercial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Publish findings in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Partner with Fortune 500 companies on quantum integration pilots
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum assembly languages
- Proven track record of securing government research funding
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and entanglement
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware systems
- Strong Python/C++ programming skills for quantum simulations