Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin-based innovation hub, working with cutting-edge quantum hardware to solve previously unsolvable problems.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Publish peer-reviewed papers and present findings at top-tier conferences
- Develop quantum machine learning frameworks for 2026-era applications
- Secure research grants and patents in quantum computing innovation
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error mitigation
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent top-tier journals
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing