Job Description
Join NexGen Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll develop novel error-correction techniques and design fault-tolerant quantum systems capable of solving previously impossible problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
Why join us? Our state-of-the-art Austin facility houses 512-qubit quantum processors and offers unparalleled resources to accelerate your breakthrough research. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and publish in top-tier journals while shaping the quantum landscape.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant computing
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead research on quantum machine learning applications
- Collaborate with hardware teams to validate quantum processor performance
- Publish peer-reviewed papers and present findings at international conferences
- Secure research funding through NSF and DARPA proposals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Familiarity with quantum hardware architectures (superconducting, trapped ions)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with high-performance computing frameworks
- US citizenship required for government-funded projects