Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, pushing the limits of quantum mechanics to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Our interdisciplinary team combines quantum physics, machine learning, and materials science to create fault-tolerant quantum systems. You'll contribute to projects spanning quantum cryptography, optimization algorithms, and molecular simulation – with direct applications in drug discovery, climate modeling, and financial forecasting. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and access to our $50M quantum research fund.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, simulation, and machine learning applications
- Develop error correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum computing systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to design quantum processors with 1000+ qubit capabilities
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning and hybrid quantum-classical systems
- Publish findings in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, Quantum) and present at international conferences
- Secure and manage research partnerships with leading academic institutions
- mentor junior researchers and drive innovation in quantum software development
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Proven track record of publishing in quantum computing research
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and computational complexity
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Demonstrated ability to secure competitive research grants (NSF, DoE, DARPA)