Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and practical quantum computing applications for Fortune 500 clients. As a Research Scientist, you'll develop next-gen quantum algorithms while collaborating with MIT-caliber researchers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. Our cross-disciplinary teams work on projects ranging from quantum-secure blockchain networks to AI-driven quantum optimization engines.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs? We offer equity grants, unlimited R&D budget, and flexible hybrid work with quarterly offsite innovation retreats. Our Austin campus features a 128-qubit quantum processor lab and dedicated prototyping facilities.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical enterprise applications
- Lead quantum cryptography research to counter emerging threats
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit designs
- Develop quantum machine learning frameworks for predictive analytics
- Publish findings in leading journals (Nature Quantum, IEEE Quantum)
- Present breakthroughs at international quantum summits
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing principles
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum information theory
- Experience with quantum error correction techniques
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Knowledge of post-quantum cryptographic standards (NIST PQC)