Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect next-gen quantum systems that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, pushing the boundaries of quantum supremacy.
What you'll achieve:
• Design fault-tolerant quantum processors
• Develop novel quantum algorithms for optimization
• Lead breakthrough research in quantum error correction
• Publish in Nature/Science journals
• Mentor the next generation of quantum engineers
Responsibilities
- Architect scalable quantum computing systems with 1000+ qubit capacity
- Develop proprietary quantum algorithms for material science simulations
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum hardware-software integration
- Secure $5M+ in government/private research grants
- Drive commercialization of quantum encryption protocols
- Present findings at IEEE Quantum Week and Davos summits
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science with 5+ years research
- Published in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, PRL)
- Expertise in superconducting qubit systems or photonic quantum computing
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Proven track record in securing DARPA/NASA grants
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware integration
- Strong background in topological quantum error correction
- Patents in quantum information processing preferred