Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026 technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and fault-tolerant computing systems to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin R&D hub, pushing the boundaries of computational science.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Design and implement error-correction protocols for scalable quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Author breakthrough publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in federal and private research funding
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
- Partner with government agencies on quantum security initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit design experience
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum SDKs
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and assembly-level programming
- Familiarity with cryogenic engineering and superconducting systems
- Clearance for DoD/NIST quantum security projects