Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Nexus Quantum Labs to shape the computational frontier of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware solutions that will redefine technology's future. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where your work will directly impact quantum cryptography, AI optimization, and material science.
What you'll achieve: Design scalable quantum circuits, publish in Nature/Science journals, and lead projects with national research institutions. Enjoy unparalleled resourcesâincluding 500-qubit processorsâand contribute to humanity's next technological revolution.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for cryptography and machine learning
- Optimize qubit coherence times in cryogenic environments
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum error correction research
- Secure $2M+ in federal research grants
- Publish 3+ high-impact papers annually
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Collaborate with Intel/IBM quantum hardware divisions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years experience with superconducting qubits or ion traps
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum assembly languages
- Published research in Nature/IEEE journals
- Expertise in quantum machine learning frameworks
- Active DOE/NSF grant management experience
- Security clearance preferred for government projects