Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine industries, and we need a visionary Research Scientist to architect our next-gen quantum algorithms. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industries from healthcare to finance in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
As a key innovator in our Quantum Research Division, you'll transform theoretical physics into practical solutions that solve humanity's most complex challenges. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to build the computational backbone of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams to prototype quantum applications in cryptography and AI
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and industry whitepapers
- Secure $1M+ in research grants through NSF and DoD partnerships
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Translate quantum theory into scalable commercial solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computational Mathematics
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum simulation frameworks
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent quantum computing journals
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with high-performance computing architectures
- Track record of securing government or corporate research funding
- Expertise in quantum machine learning applications