Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop groundbreaking algorithms and protocols to solve previously impossible computational challenges. Collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where innovation meets impact. Your work will directly shape the next generation of quantum-resistant cryptography and accelerate breakthroughs in drug discovery, materials science, and AI optimization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype quantum hardware interfaces
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Secure research partnerships with national laboratories and Fortune 500 companies
- mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Expertise in quantum algorithms and quantum error correction
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Publication record in quantum computing or quantum information
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics