Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen quantum algorithms that will redefine computational boundaries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions in cryptography, optimization, and machine learning using our proprietary 1000-qubit quantum processors. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industries from finance to pharmaceuticals.
Our Austin campus features a state-of-the-art quantum lab with cryogenic systems, RF engineering suites, and AI-assisted simulation environments. You'll publish in Nature Physics, mentor PhD candidates, and shape the future of quantum commercialization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead error mitigation strategies for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum gate operations
- Secure $5M+ in quantum research grants and patents
- Mentor cross-functional teams in quantum adoption methodologies
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in quantum information science
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum simulation tools
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Track record of translating theoretical concepts to commercial applications