Job Description
Join FutureTech Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer the quantum frontier. Our Austin-based research center is seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect the next generation of computational paradigms. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop quantum algorithms that will revolutionize fields from cryptography to drug discovery. We offer competitive compensation, unlimited R&D budget, and a state-of-the-art lab equipped with cutting-edge quantum processors. Be part of shaping the 2026 technological landscape.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using IBM Q, Rigetti, and D-Wave systems
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant computing
- Mentor a team of 3 PhD researchers in quantum information science
- Secure $2M+ in annual government and private research grants
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on quantum-secure communication protocols
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit simulation frameworks
- Published 10+ peer-reviewed papers in quantum computing
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum assembly languages
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and decoherence
- Track record of securing NSF or DARPA research funding