Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop scalable quantum algorithms and architectures that will redefine industries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where your work will directly shape the quantum-powered future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead research on quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant computing
- Develop quantum hardware-software interfaces to bridge theory and practical deployment
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier quantum computing journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and foster cross-disciplinary innovation
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant applications
- Collaborate with industry partners to prototype quantum solutions for real-world problems
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum information theory
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and computational complexity
- Experience with high-performance computing and parallel programming
- Track record of securing competitive research grants