Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and AI pioneers to develop breakthrough algorithms for cryptography, material science, and climate modeling. Our state-of-the-art Austin facility offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit processors and immersive VR research environments. This isn't just a job – it's your chance to shape the next decade of human innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum machine learning frameworks
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and industry whitepapers
- Collaborate with hardware teams to overcome quantum decoherence challenges
- Develop patent-pent quantum error correction methodologies
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Present findings at global tech summits including Davos and Web Summit 2026
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (2020-2025 graduates encouraged)
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Experience with quantum simulation platforms (IBM Q, Rigetti)
- Strong background in linear algebra and computational complexity
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research grants (NSF, DOE)
- Portfolio of 3+ open-source quantum contributions