Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and develop breakthrough applications in cryptography, material science, and AI optimization. Our state-of-the-art Austin facility houses 128-qubit processors and offers unparalleled resources for experimental validation.
Enjoy flexible work arrangements, equity grants, and a $20K annual research stipend. Our team has published 47 papers in Nature/Science journals and holds 23 quantum computing patents. Shape the future of technology with us.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for commercial applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize qubit coherence times
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present at IEEE/ACM conferences
- Secure $1M+ in government/industry research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years in quantum algorithm development or quantum error correction
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in quantum computing or topological quantum systems
- Expertise in linear algebra, probability theory, and complexity analysis
- Experience with cryogenic quantum processor interfaces
- Strong track record of interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clearance for DOE/NIST quantum research projects preferred