Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based innovation hub seeks a visionary Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and hardware architectures. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment that values audacious thinking and rigorous experimentation. This role offers competitive equity, flexible research autonomy, and direct impact on solving humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes at cryogenic temperatures
- Develop error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum information science
- Collaborate with product teams to commercialize quantum applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent venues
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum computing frameworks
- Demonstrated success securing federal research grants (NSF/DOE)
- Experience with cryogenic quantum system integration