Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and next-gen AI algorithms that will redefine cybersecurity and computational boundaries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. Your work will directly impact Fortune 500 clients and national security initiatives while shaping the quantum internet infrastructure of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Develop quantum algorithms for cryptography optimization and machine learning acceleration
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant security protocols
- Author peer-reviewed publications for top-tier journals (Nature, Science)
- Design and execute quantum experiments on superconducting qubit platforms
- Secure $2M+ in research grants through NSF and DARPA proposals
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Translate theoretical models into scalable quantum hardware implementations
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with high-performance computing optimization
- Security clearance eligibility for government-contracted projects
- Expertise in tensor networks and quantum simulation methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research funding