Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of AI, cryptography, and materials science in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
What you'll achieve: Design fault-tolerant quantum systems, publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals, and collaborate with Nobel laureates to solve humanity's most complex challenges. You'll lead initiatives in quantum error correction, hybrid quantum-classical computing, and real-world commercial applications.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms and error-correction methodologies
- Lead hardware-software co-design for quantum processors
- Publish high-impact research in IEEE/ACM journals
- Collaborate with government and industry partners on quantum standards
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information science
- Secure $2M+ in research grants from NSF/DARPA
- Translate theoretical advances into commercial prototypes
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier
- Proficiency in quantum error correction techniques
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research funding
- Experience with superconducting/photonic qubit systems
- Strong background in quantum machine learning