Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries from healthcare to climate modeling. As our Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms while mentoring a world-class team in our Austin Innovation Hub.
Our state-of-the-art facility offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit processors and direct partnerships with NASA and MIT. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and publish in Nature while shaping the next generation of computational paradigms.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Secure $5M+ in federal research grants and industry partnerships
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish 3+ high-impact papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor PhD researchers and establish internship programs
- Drive commercialization of quantum applications in finance and logistics
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience
- Published research in quantum algorithms or error correction
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Proven grant-writing success with federal agencies
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience leading technical teams of 10+ members
- Knowledge of quantum cryptography and security protocols