Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a brilliant Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and protocols that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with cutting-edge quantum hardware and collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers in our Austin innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum computing architectures
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed journals
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA proposals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Track record of peer-reviewed publications in quantum computing
- Experience with high-performance computing environments