Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect next-gen algorithms and drive breakthroughs in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin innovation hub, equipped with state-of-the-art quantum processors. This is your chance to shape humanity's technological future.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for practical industrial applications
- Design fault-tolerant quantum circuits optimized for 2026-era hardware
- Manage cross-disciplinary research teams in physics, CS, and materials science
- Develop quantum security protocols post-quantum encryption standards
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals/conferences
- Secure $10M+ in government/industry R&D funding
- Partner with Fortune 500 companies for real-world quantum integration
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years quantum computing research with published papers in Nature/Science
- Expertise in quantum error correction and topological qubits
- Proficiency in QASM, Qiskit, and quantum circuit optimization
- Experience leading quantum projects with $5M+ budgets
- Deep understanding of NISQ-era limitations and 2026 hardware roadmaps
- Strong track record of translating theory into commercial IP