Head of Quantum Innovation, New Mexico

Roadrunner Studios
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Contract
Posted August 25, 2025
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Job Description

The Head of Quantum Innovation will lead the development of a state-of-the-art quantum lab and oversee the creation of multiple quantum startups by aligning technical, market, and talent strategies to foster breakthrough innovations in quantum technology.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify key problems to solve in quantum technology and bring together interdisciplinary teams to develop solutions
  • Lead the creation and design of a state-of-the-art quantum lab to serve as a launchpad for quantum ventures
  • Define equipment specifications and operational environment for the quantum lab
  • Drive venture-building initiatives by identifying market-aligned opportunities and assembling appropriate teams
  • Support and build startups around world-class founders' strengths and visions
  • Set strategic direction for project development, talent acquisition, and goal alignment across technical, commercial, and market disciplines

Requirements

  • Experience leading the creation and development of a state-of-the-art quantum laboratory and turning it into a launchpad for multiple quantum ventures.
  • Ability to define equipment specifications for quantum research and development facilities.
  • Experience designing and shaping team operations within a quantum research environment.
  • Proven ability to identify opportunities that align technical potential with market demand and assemble the right team to pursue them.
  • Experience supporting world-class founders and building new startups around their strengths and vision.
  • Ability to set the direction for what gets built in a quantum innovation environment, including defining the talent profile and securing top hires.
  • Experience aligning technical, commercial, and market goals from the outset of a project or venture.
  • Demonstrated ability to orchestrate multiple disciplines such as physics, engineering, fabrication, software, and market strategy to advance in sync toward breakthroughs.
  • Experience leading or managing venture-building models, specifically idea-led and talent-led approaches.
  • Ability to lead a multidisciplinary team toward real breakthroughs in quantum technology development.

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