Job Description
Join NexusLabs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions in cryptography, optimization, and machine learning. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and cutting-edge engineers in our Austin innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead research on fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning models
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Partner with engineering teams to prototype quantum solutions
- Secure $2M+ in government and industry research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Strong publication record in quantum computing research
- Proficiency in Python and high-performance computing
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction techniques
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical applications