Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and hardware integration strategies. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin-based R&D hub, where your work will directly shape the future of computing power, cryptography, and AI optimization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical 2026-era applications
- Lead hardware-software co-development initiatives with quantum computing systems
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and foster cross-disciplinary innovation
- Secure federal and private funding for quantum research initiatives
- Develop roadmaps for quantum computing commercialization
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum machine learning models
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE)
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit)
- Published work in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to translate theory into practical applications
- Strong background in cryptography or machine learning