Job Description
Join NexGen Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen quantum algorithms that will redefine computational boundaries. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art quantum annealers and offers unparalleled professional growth in one of America's most vibrant tech ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing fault-tolerant quantum computing systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and private quantum research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Develop proprietary quantum error correction methodologies
- Partner with NASA and DARPA on classified quantum projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science/Physical Review X
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum assembly languages
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and decoherence
- Security clearance eligibility preferred