Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a brilliant Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art quantum labs and offers unparalleled resources for groundbreaking research. You'll lead projects with national security implications while mentoring the next generation of quantum pioneers. This is your chance to shape the technological landscape of the future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Develop error-corrected quantum architectures with 100+ qubit stability
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure federal and private funding for quantum research initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
- Collaborate with government agencies on quantum security standards
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information Science
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Published work in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant computing
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Demonstrated ability to secure $1M+ in research funding
- Strong background in computational complexity theory