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 cryptography. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect next-gen algorithms and lead a team of brilliant minds to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
This role offers unparalleled resources to explore quantum supremacy, develop error-correction frameworks, and collaborate with industry giants. You'll shape the future of computational science while working in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industry applications
- Lead a multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists and software engineers
- Develop error-correction methodologies for scalable quantum systems
- Collaborate with Fortune 500 partners on quantum-optimized solutions
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier scientific journals
- Secure patents for novel quantum computing methodologies
- Present findings at global technology summits and conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proven track record of publishing in Nature/Science journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error correction
- Experience leading cross-functional R&D teams
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing
- Published patents in quantum technologies preferred