Job Description
Shape the future of computation with Nexus Labs' Quantum Computing Research division. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will revolutionize drug discovery, logistics, and cryptography by 2026. Join our elite team of physicists and engineers working in state-of-the-art facilities at the intersection of Austin's tech corridor and UT Austin's research ecosystem.
This role offers unparalleled access to quantum hardware, collaboration with Nobel laureates, and the opportunity to publish groundbreaking research in Nature and Science. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated R&D budgets for your most ambitious projects.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical applications
- Optimize quantum circuit performance on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating theoretical models into experimental implementations
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Author peer-reviewed publications and present findings at international conferences
- Collaborate with industry partners to solve real-world quantum computing challenges
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to quantum education initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience with demonstrated publications
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and algorithm design
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or photonic quantum processors
- Track record of solving complex computational problems using quantum methods
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences