Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware architectures that will redefine computational capabilities. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources and collaborative freedom to transform theoretical concepts into real-world applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize qubit coherence times
- Lead research in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and industry conferences
- Secure government and private research grants
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics fundamentals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems
- Publication record in quantum computing research
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Ability to secure federal research grants
- US citizenship required for government contracts