Job Description
Join Nexus Dynamics at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing by 2026. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to architect the next generation of computational solutions that will redefine industries. At our state-of-the-art Austin facility, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop scalable quantum algorithms while leveraging our proprietary 128-qubit processing platform.
This role offers unparalleled resources including access to IBM Quantum Network, NVIDIA H100 clusters, and a $50M annual R&D budget. You'll shape the future of AI optimization, materials science modeling, and cryptographic security while contributing to our goal of achieving quantum advantage by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems in machine learning and computational chemistry
- Develop error-correction protocols to maintain quantum coherence in 128+ qubit systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating theoretical quantum models into practical applications
- Publish research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, Physical Review X) and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Optimize quantum circuits for hybrid classical-quantum computing architectures
- Collaborate with hardware teams to calibrate quantum processors and mitigate decoherence effects
- Secure $5-10M in DoE/NIST quantum research grants through proposal development
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years of quantum computing research
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#) and simulation frameworks
- Published work in quantum error correction or topological quantum computing
- Experience with superconducting qubit platforms or trapped-ion systems
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and computational complexity
- Track record of securing federal quantum research grants (NSF, DOE, DARPA)
- Expertise in Python/C++ with high-performance computing optimization
- Ability to communicate quantum concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders