Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs that will redefine the digital landscape of 2026. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop next-generation algorithms, optimize quantum architectures, and solve previously unsolvable computational challenges. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and elite engineers in our state-of-the-art Austin Quantum Lab, where your innovations could revolutionize cryptography, AI, and materials science.
We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and access to our $50M quantum research fund. Our Austin campus features a dedicated quantum hardware lab, on-site childcare, and regular hackathons with industry leaders. If you're passionate about shaping the future of computation and want your work to impact billions of lives by 2026, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing systems
- Lead quantum hardware-software integration projects with engineering teams
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Collaborate with government agencies on post-quantum cryptography standards
- Mentor PhD candidates in our Quantum Computing Fellowship Program
- Secure $1M+ in annual research funding through DARPA and NSF grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years research experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#) and cloud quantum platforms
- Published record in quantum algorithm development or quantum error correction
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum information theory, and complexity classes
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Proven ability to secure competitive research grants and manage multi-year projects
- Excellent communication skills for translating quantum concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders