Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer breakthroughs that will redefine technology by 2026. We seek a Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop scalable quantum algorithms and hybrid classical-quantum systems that solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. Collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where your work will directly influence the next generation of global infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for NISQ-era hardware
- Develop error mitigation techniques for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Create hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Publish research in top-tier journals and industry white papers
- Secure $2M+ in quantum computing research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum SDKs
- Publication record in Nature/Science or IEEE Xplore
- Expertise in quantum error correction protocols
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or ion traps
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- US citizenship required for government contract compliance