Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. Our Austin-based R&D hub offers unparalleled resources to explore quantum supremacy applications in cryptography, AI optimization, and material science. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry visionaries in a culture that rewards bold experimentation and intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world problem-solving
- Lead cross-functional teams to develop quantum hardware-software integration frameworks
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure competitive research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Develop quantum-resistant cybersecurity protocols
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Translate theoretical models into practical quantum computing architectures
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research funding
- Experience with superconducting and trapped-ion quantum processors
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum systems