Job Description
Join NexGen Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026. Our Austin-based R&D hub is seeking visionary researchers to develop scalable quantum algorithms and hardware prototypes. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. We offer cutting-edge lab facilities, unlimited research budgets, and equity packages for transformative contributions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead hardware-software integration for quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals
- Secure $1M+ in government/industry grants
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows
- Develop quantum-resistant encryption protocols
- Collaborate with NASA and DARPA on quantum initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent
- 3+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Publication record in Nature/Science journals
- Expertise in superconducting qubit manipulation
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Clearance eligibility for government contracts
- Patent portfolio in quantum technologies