Job Description
Shape the technological frontier at Nexus Future Labs. We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine industries by 2026. As our Quantum Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough solutions in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. Join a multidisciplinary team of Nobel laureates and startup pioneers pushing beyond classical computing limits.
We offer equity, flexible R&D budgets, and access to IBM Quantum and IonQ systems. Your work will directly impact healthcare diagnostics, climate modeling, and financial modeling breakthroughs.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for commercial applications
- Design fault-tolerant quantum circuits using Qiskit and Cirq frameworks
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on quantum error correction research
- Present findings at IEEE Quantum Week and Nature Quantum conferences
- Manage 5-person quantum simulation team using AWS Braket
- Develop patents for quantum-resistant encryption protocols
- Partner with pharmaceutical teams on molecular modeling applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on quantum programming experience
- Published research in Nature/Science journals
- Expertise in superconducting qubit manipulation
- Proficiency in quantum machine learning frameworks
- Experience securing DARPA quantum grants
- Strong background in topological quantum computing