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 Researcher to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. Our Austin-based hub offers cutting-edge facilities and collaborative partnerships with global research institutions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for cryptography, optimization, and machine learning applications
- Collaborate with hardware teams to develop scalable quantum processor architectures
- Lead experimental validation of quantum systems in cryogenic environments
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patents for breakthrough quantum methodologies
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory and experimental techniques
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Demonstrated expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals/conferences
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra, complex analysis, and quantum mechanics
- Ability to secure federal research grants (NSF, DARPA preferred)