Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based R&D hub is seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in an environment dedicated to accelerating human progress through quantum innovation.
We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and access to state-of-the-art quantum laboratories. Your work will directly impact fields from drug discovery to climate modeling, positioning you at the intersection of science and practical application.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers on qubit stability and scalability solutions
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating theoretical models into functional prototypes
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Secure federal and private research grants for quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics and computational theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Quil, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in quantum computing research
- Expertise in quantum error correction and decoherence mitigation
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion qubit platforms
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding (> $500k)
- Deep understanding of quantum complexity theory and computational models