Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and hardware integration protocols. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin Innovation Hub, working on projects that will redefine computational boundaries. Our startup environment offers equity, flexible schedules, and unlimited PTO while tackling challenges like quantum error correction and molecular simulation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for cryptography and optimization
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum hardware-software integration
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at IEEE/APS conferences
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA/NASA research 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
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum assembly languages
- Published work in Nature/Science journals on quantum systems
- Expertise in superconducting qubit manipulation or topological quantum computing
- Strong Python/C++ programming with quantum simulation libraries
- Security clearance eligibility (for government projects)