Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation! We're pioneering next-gen computational paradigms that will redefine 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop breakthrough algorithms, optimize quantum systems, and collaborate with Nobel laureates to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art labs and a culture where your quantum ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction techniques for scalable quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum hardware-software co-design
- Publish high-impact research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure competitive funding through NSF and DARPA proposals
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Collaborate with industry partners to translate research into commercial applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and simulation frameworks
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with quantum libraries (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or related fields
- Demonstrated ability to secure research grants
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Passion for ethical AI and quantum governance frameworks