Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering next-generation quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop scalable quantum algorithms and error-correction techniques. Our state-of-the-art Austin facility offers unparalleled resources for groundbreaking research in quantum supremacy applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop quantum error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware interfaces
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at global conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Collaborate with industry partners to commercialize quantum solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in Nature/Science journals
- Demonstrated success securing research funding
- Experience mentoring quantum computing researchers