Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will revolutionize 2026's computing landscape. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industries from cryptography to drug discovery. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art cryogenic labs and industry-leading quantum processors. Enjoy flexible hybrid work, unlimited learning stipends, and equity in a unicorn-backed startup shaping tomorrow's breakthroughs.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical 2026 applications
- Lead cross-functional teams to integrate quantum solutions into classical systems
- Publish research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Optimize quantum error correction protocols for industrial scalability
- Develop patent-pending quantum machine learning frameworks
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Collaborate with NASA and DARPA on quantum-resistant security protocols
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with superconducting qubits or trapped ions
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit optimization
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum assembly languages
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence mitigation techniques
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)
- Track record of translating theoretical models into experimental results