Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen quantum computing solutions that will redefine cryptography, drug discovery, and artificial intelligence. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT PhDs to develop breakthrough quantum algorithms in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. Our interdisciplinary teams blend physics, computer science, and ethics to build responsible quantum systems.
Benefits include equity grants, unlimited PTO, and a $10k annual innovation budget. We offer relocation assistance and visa sponsorship for exceptional global talent.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical implementations
- Lead research publications in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, etc.)
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Contribute to ethical frameworks for quantum AI deployment
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from DARPA and NSF
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum information theory
- Expertise in quantum error correction and topological quantum computing
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters (HPC)
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research funding