Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop next-gen algorithms that will redefine global computing paradigms. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources, including access to 128-qubit processors and $50M in annual R&D funding.
We're seeking visionaries who thrive at the intersection of theoretical physics and practical application. This role offers competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and the opportunity to publish groundbreaking research in Nature and Science journals. Shape the future of computation with us.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Collaborate with hardware teams to mitigate quantum decoherence
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present at IEEE conferences
- Secure $1M+ in NSF/DARPA research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics or Computer Science
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Publication record in top-tier physics journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit or Cirq frameworks
- Demonstrated ability to work with cryogenic systems
- Experience with quantum machine learning applications
- Strong background in linear algebra and group theory
- US citizenship required for government contract compliance