Job Description
Join our pioneering team at InnovateLabs to shape the future of computational science. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and applications for our 2026 quantum infrastructure initiative. Collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers to solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence.
This hybrid role offers competitive benefits, cutting-edge resources, and the opportunity to publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art quantum labs and flexible work arrangements to support your innovative projects.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex computational problems
- Lead research initiatives in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant proposals
- Mentor junior researchers and quantum computing interns
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum information theory
- Expertise in quantum simulation and quantum circuit optimization
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and complex analysis
- Proficiency in Python and high-performance computing frameworks
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, or IonQ)