Job Description
Shape the technological frontier of 2026 as Quantum Computing Research Lead at NextGen Quantum Labs. We're pioneering quantum solutions for climate modeling, drug discovery, and encryption breakthroughs. This role combines cutting-edge research with strategic vision to define quantum's impact on our future. Join our Nobel Prize-winning team in a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity and disruptive innovation.
Why NextGen?
- Unprecedented access to IBM's quantum cloud infrastructure
- Collaborative environment with MIT and Stanford partnerships
- Equity packages in a pre-IPO quantum pioneer
- Flexible hybrid work with unlimited PTO
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for 2026-scale computational challenges
- Design error-corrected quantum architectures targeting 10,000+ qubit systems
- Collaborate with Fortune 500 partners on quantum application roadmaps
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $10M+ in government/industry research grants
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum complexity theory
- Shape industry standards through IEEE quantum working groups
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science with 5+ years industry R&D
- Published work on topological qubits or quantum error correction
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit optimization
- Track record of securing NSF/DARPA quantum research grants
- Deep understanding of Shor's algorithm and quantum supremacy
- Experience mentoring postdoctoral researchers
- Patent portfolio in quantum hardware or algorithms