Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based innovation hub is seeking a brilliant Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in a state-of-the-art facility equipped with cutting-edge quantum processors.
We offer unparalleled resources including dedicated quantum annealing systems, petabyte-scale classical computing clusters, and unrestricted research budgets. Our team has already achieved breakthroughs in quantum supremacy and error correction, with your expertise accelerating our mission to solve previously impossible problems in materials science, cryptography, and AI optimization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols to enhance quantum gate fidelity
- Lead experiments on 100+ qubit quantum processors
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and industry research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (2020-2026)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum annealing systems
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published work in Nature/Science or IEEE Transactions
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction techniques
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing
- Proven ability to secure research funding from NSF/DARPA