Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer the next frontier of computing. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and architectures that will define the digital landscape of 2026. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin research facility, pushing the boundaries of quantum supremacy.
Our revolutionary work in quantum error correction and topological qubits is already disrupting industries from pharmaceuticals to logistics. As part of our elite Quantum Nexus team, you'll shape the protocols that will power the next decade of technological advancement.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional research teams in quantum simulation experiments
- Collaborate with hardware engineers on qubit architecture improvements
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure multi-million dollar government and industry grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum machine learning
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems preferred
- US citizenship or permanent residency required for government contracts