Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Lead to architect next-gen algorithms and drive breakthroughs in computational physics. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of AI, cryptography, and scientific modeling in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for real-world applications in finance and healthcare
- Design scalable quantum error correction frameworks for commercial deployment
- Collaborate with MIT and NASA on hybrid quantum-classical systems
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Manage a multidisciplinary team of 12 quantum physicists and engineers
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA and NSF research grants annually
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing or Computational Physics from Tier-1 university
- 5+ years experience with superconducting qubit systems (IBM/Google platforms)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum circuit optimization
- Strong background in quantum machine learning frameworks
- Active Top Secret security clearance preferred