Job Description
Shape the technological frontier with Nexus Future Labs. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to pioneer breakthroughs that will redefine industries by 2026. Join our elite team in Austin, TX, where you'll develop quantum algorithms, optimize error correction protocols, and collaborate with Nobel laureates to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
At Nexus, you'll access state-of-the-art quantum hardware, $50M in R&D funding, and a culture that celebrates intellectual audacity. 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
- Develop error mitigation strategies for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional research teams in quantum hardware-software co-design
- Publish high-impact papers in Nature/Science journals
- Secure federal and industry grants for quantum computing initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Partner with Fortune 500 companies to solve real-world quantum challenges
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and decoherence
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Strong track record of securing research funding