Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and protocols that will redefine computational boundaries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where you'll contribute to breakthrough projects with global impact. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of artificial intelligence, cryptography, and materials science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols on proprietary hardware
- Develop error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum acceleration into machine learning pipelines
- Publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed journals and industry whitepapers
- Secure $5M+ in federal research grants for quantum innovation initiatives
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent top-tier journals
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research funding
- Experience with superconducting qubit architectures
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory