Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop breakthrough solutions in cryptography, material science, and AI optimization. Our Austin-based R&D center offers unparalleled resources including access to 128-qubit processors and a team of Nobel laureate collaborators. This is your chance to shape the technological landscape of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure $2M+ in government and industry research funding
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Demonstrated ability to secure competitive research grants
- Expertise in at least one classical programming language (Python/C++)