Job Description
Join NexGen Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation! We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough technologies that will define 2026 and beyond. You'll lead cutting-edge projects in quantum algorithms, error correction, and hardware optimization in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Why NexGen Labs? Work with Nobel Prize-winning mentors, access our $50M quantum research lab, and contribute to projects with potential to revolutionize cryptography, drug discovery, and AI. We offer competitive equity packages and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical 2026-era applications
- Lead quantum error correction research to achieve fault-tolerant computing
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor architectures
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Develop quantum software frameworks for commercial deployment
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants and partnerships
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms and error correction techniques
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or related fields
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Google, Rigetti)
- Deep understanding of 2026 quantum computing roadmap challenges