Job Description
Shape the future of technology as a Quantum Computing Research Scientist at Nexus Labs. We're pioneering next-gen quantum systems that will revolutionize cryptography, materials science, and AI. Join our elite team in Austin's tech corridor to develop scalable quantum algorithms, optimize qubit stability, and collaborate with Nobel laureates on breakthrough projects. This role offers unparalleled resources to explore uncharted computational frontiers.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to improve qubit coherence times
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Lead cross-functional projects integrating quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (required)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Publication record in quantum computing or condensed matter physics
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems or superconducting qubits