Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based innovation hub is seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop next-generation algorithms and systems that will redefine computational capabilities. You'll collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers to solve previously unsolvable challenges in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence. This role offers unparalleled access to cutting-edge quantum hardware and a culture where breakthrough ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical real-world applications
- Lead quantum system optimization experiments on proprietary hardware platforms
- Develop error correction protocols for scalable quantum processors
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum machine learning models
- Publish high-impact research in peer-reviewed journals and industry conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant proposals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum hardware
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and computational complexity
- US citizenship required for government contract compliance