Job Description
Join NexGen Innovations at the forefront of technological disruption as a Senior Research Scientist. We're pioneering breakthrough solutions in quantum computing and sustainable materials, and we need visionary minds to drive our R&D initiatives forward. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers while shaping the future of innovation. Our state-of-the-art Cambridge facility provides an ecosystem where curiosity meets cutting-edge resources.
Responsibilities
- Lead advanced research projects in quantum computing algorithms and nanomaterial synthesis
- Design and execute complex experiments with minimal supervision
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate research into commercial applications
- Secure and manage federal research grants (NSF, DOE, DARPA)
- Mentor junior scientists and publish findings in top-tier journals
- Develop intellectual property portfolios with 5+ patents/year
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Materials Science, or Computational Chemistry
- 5+ years of industry R&D experience with quantum systems
- Proven track record of peer-reviewed publications (h-index > 20)
- Expertise in Python, MATLAB, and quantum simulation frameworks
- Demonstrated success in securing federal research funding
- Strong analytical skills with DOE/NIST measurement certification