Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and next-gen AI systems that will redefine global infrastructure. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions in a state-of-the-art facility where innovation meets impact.
Why Nexus Future Labs? Our Austin campus features a 5,000 sq ft quantum lab with D-Wave and IBM quantum processors, alongside a dedicated AI ethics consortium. We offer equity packages, flexible remote options, and funding for patent development.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for cryptography optimization
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing 2026-era AI security frameworks
- Collaborate with hardware engineers on quantum error correction protocols
- Publish research in top-tier journals (Nature Quantum, IEEE QCE)
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum machine learning
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published work on quantum-resistant cryptography
- Expertise in quantum machine learning algorithms
- Security clearance eligibility (or ability to obtain)
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters