Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based innovation hub is seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware architectures that will redefine computational paradigms. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in a hyper-growth environment with unlimited resources for groundbreaking research.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware interfaces
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier scientific journals
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Translate theoretical models into scalable quantum computing architectures
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum algorithms or hardware
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Proven track record of securing federal research grants
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and decoherence mitigation
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and superconducting qubits
- Strong background in topological quantum computing approaches