Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect next-generation computational frameworks that will redefine industries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and work in state-of-the-art facilities funded by leading venture capital. Our Austin campus features immersive innovation labs and flexible work arrangements designed for peak creativity.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype quantum machine learning systems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum processors
- Author breakthrough research papers for Nature/Science journals
- Secure $5M+ in federal grants for quantum computing initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence mitigation
- Proven grant-writing success for quantum research
- Strong background in linear algebra and computational complexity