Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and protocols that will shape the next decade of computational science. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, pushing the boundaries of quantum supremacy.
Why Nexus Labs? We offer equity grants, unlimited R&D budget, and flexible hybrid work arrangements while solving humanity's most complex problems. Our 2026 roadmap includes breakthroughs in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling – all powered by quantum systems.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams on qubit coherence optimization
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $10M+ in quantum computing grants from NSF/DARPA
- Present findings at IEEE Quantum Week and World Economic Forum
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum gate simulators
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction topologies
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level quantum assembly
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Clearance for DOE/NIST quantum security protocols