Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll design next-gen algorithms and solve previously unsolvable computational challenges. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin research facility.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers
- Secure $5M+ in NSF/DARPA grants annually
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit design experience
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Expertise in Qiskit/Cirq programming frameworks
- Deep understanding of decoherence mitigation techniques
- Track record of securing federal research funding