Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and scalable quantum neural networks to redefine technological boundaries. As our Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect next-gen algorithms that power breakthroughs in AI, materials science, and climate modeling. Work in our state-of-the-art Austin facility with cutting-edge hardware and collaborate with Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners. This is your chance to shape the digital landscape of 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to bridge quantum software-hardware integration
- Lead cross-functional research projects on quantum cryptography and secure communications
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to patent development
- Stay current with emerging quantum frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, PennyLane)
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research with major frameworks
- Expertise in quantum algorithm design and complexity analysis
- Strong programming skills in Python, C++, and quantum-specific languages
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, AWS Braket)
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and decoherence principles