Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution as a Quantum Computing Research Scientist. We're pioneering the next generation of quantum algorithms and error-correction protocols that will redefine computational capabilities. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and elite software engineers to solve humanity's most complex challenges—from drug discovery to climate modeling. Our state-of-the-art Austin facility offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit quantum processors and immersive VR research environments.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction methodologies for scalable quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier scientific journals
- Collaborate with hardware teams on quantum processor architecture
- Mentor junior researchers and PhD candidates
- Secure research grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, QAOA)
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or PennyLane frameworks
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Published peer-reviewed papers in quantum computing
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems
- US citizenship required for government contracts