Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer breakthroughs that will define 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to accelerate our mission of solving humanity's most complex challenges through quantum innovation. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where cutting-edge research meets real-world application.
Our team operates at the intersection of quantum mechanics, machine learning, and materials science to develop quantum algorithms that will transform healthcare, cryptography, and climate modeling. You'll have access to our 128-qubit quantum processor and $50M annual R&D budget to explore uncharted territories of computational possibility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems in drug discovery and materials science
- Lead cross-functional research projects with AI engineers and experimental physicists
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum systems operating at millikelvin temperatures
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, Quantum) and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $2M+ in DoE/NASA quantum computing grants for 2026 initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory through our university partnership
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computational Physics, or related field with 3+ years industry research
- Published work in quantum error correction or variational quantum algorithms
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum circuit optimization frameworks
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems and cryogenic engineering
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex quantum concepts into commercial applications
- Security clearance eligibility or willingness to obtain for government-funded projects