Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum applications that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop cutting-edge algorithms and solve previously impossible problems in cryptography, material science, and artificial intelligence. Collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Develop error correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams to translate theoretical models into working prototypes
- Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Identify and secure new quantum computing opportunities across verticals
- Mentor junior researchers and foster innovation within the quantum ecosystem
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and information theory
- Proven track record of publishing high-impact quantum research
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum platforms
- Ability to communicate complex quantum concepts to non-technical stakeholders