VP of Research & Development

Maybell Quantum Industries•Quinte West, ON

2d•$180,000 - $230,000•Remote

About The Position

Maybell Quantum is redefining the future of computing. As a venture-backed quantum hardware innovator experiencing rapid growth, we're building technology that will transform industries for decades to come. Quantum computers will be as transformative to the next 30 years as the internet was to the last 30. Our team is creating the hardware foundation to make this revolution possible. We are seeking a Vice President of R&D to lead, scale, and operationalize our scientific research organization. This is a pivotal executive role responsible for executing our R&D strategy and bridging the gap between long-term scientific innovation and near-term commercial reality. Reporting to the CTO and partnering closely with Product & Manufacturing leadership, you will build a high-performing scientific team and ensure that our breakthroughs in cryogenic technologies transition effectively into engineered, manufacturable, and commercially viable solutions.

Requirements

PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Cryogenic Engineering, or a closely related field.
10+ years of experience in deep-tech environments, with a preference for hardware or cryogenic systems.
7+ years of people leadership experience, specifically managing scientists or multidisciplinary research teams.
Proven track record of managing R&D budgets exceeding $5M.
Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific research into real-world, scalable commercial applications.
Experience securing and managing government grants or external research contracts is highly desirable.
Thrive in high-growth, fast-paced environments where ambiguity is common and adaptability is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience securing and managing government grants or external research contracts is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Execute Maybell Quantum’s R&D vision and scientific roadmap, ensuring strict alignment with executive leadership and product strategy.
Execute the R&D roadmap with strict alignment to product launch windows. Ensure research activities are gated by clear, time-bound objectives.
Manage scope creep aggressively. Balance the desire for scientific perfection with the necessity of commercial timing and product requirements.
Support R&D Leads in executing foundational research, but strictly within the context of business priorities and delivery dates.
Own the R&D master schedule. You are ultimately responsible for ensuring research projects hit their deadlines and critical path milestones.
Transformation of "science projects" into managed engineering initiatives. You will implement frameworks that bring predictability to inherently uncertain deep-tech research.
Proactively identify technical and schedule risks early. decisive action to remove blockers and re-allocate resources to keep projects on track.
Build, mentor, and manage a growing team of world-class scientists and researchers.
Establish clear goals, OKRs, and career development paths for scientific staff.
Foster a rigorous, collaborative, and inclusive research culture that maintains high scientific standards while embracing startup agility.
Identify and pursue major non-dilutive funding opportunities, including government grants (e.g., DARPA, DOE), strategic partnerships, and collaborative research programs.
Coordinate proposal development and technical contributions, acting as the primary scientific liaison for external partners and grant agencies.
Own the R&D planning process, including resource allocation, and lab infrastructure planning.
Establish efficient processes for research prioritization, peer review, and decision-making to maximize ROI on research spend.