Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Research Lead to architect next-gen quantum algorithms that will redefine industries. Work in our state-of-the-art Austin facility collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. This role offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical physics into commercial breakthroughs while mentoring the next generation of quantum pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement fault-tolerant quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Develop quantum simulation frameworks for drug discovery and materials science
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research funding
- Establish industry partnerships for quantum technology commercialization
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and topological qubits
- Published work in Nature/Science or equivalent impact journals
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Experience securing federal research grants (NSF, DARPA, DOE)
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing
- Proven track record of commercializing quantum technologies