Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Researchers to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware that will redefine computational paradigms. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and shape the future of artificial intelligence, cryptography, and material science.
Our state-of-the-art Austin facility houses 500+ qubit processors and offers competitive benefits including equity grants, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated research sabbaticals. You'll lead projects with direct impact on national security frameworks and commercial quantum applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate quantum-classical hybrid architectures
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DoE grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Contribute to quantum security standards for post-quantum cryptography
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent
- Expertise in quantum error correction and topological qubits
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum systems
- Active DOE QIS clearance eligibility or equivalent
- Proven ability to secure federal research grants