Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Research Scientist to decode quantum algorithms and transform theoretical models into scalable applications. Our interdisciplinary team collaborates with NASA, MIT, and global quantum networks to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Enjoy competitive compensation, cutting-edge resources, and flexible work arrangements in our state-of-the-art Austin Innovation Campus.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography
- Lead experiments on superconducting qubit systems at 10mK temperatures
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA/NASA grant funding
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information
- 3+ years hands-on experience with Qiskit/Cirq frameworks
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in condensed matter physics
- Proven ability to secure government research grants
- Fluency in Python/C++ for quantum simulation
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems