Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, pushing the limits of quantum supremacy. If you're passionate about solving humanity's most complex challenges through quantum mechanics, this is your opportunity to shape tomorrow's digital landscape today.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-corrected quantum computing architectures using superconducting qubits
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware at cryogenic temperatures
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Collaborate with AI teams to develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning models
- Secure $5M+ in research funding through NSF and DoD grants
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum circuit design
- Expertise in quantum error correction codes and fault-tolerant computing
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence mitigation techniques
- Experience securing federal research grants and patents
- Strong background in condensed matter physics or quantum optics