Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational capabilities. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with cutting-edge hardware and collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
You'll lead breakthrough research in quantum error correction, quantum supremacy applications, and hybrid quantum-classical systems. Our team operates at the intersection of physics, computer science, and materials engineering to solve previously impossible problems in cryptography, drug discovery, and artificial intelligence.
At Nexus Labs, we empower our researchers with unlimited computational resources, flexible funding, and a collaborative environment where your ideas shape the future. If you're ready to push the boundaries of what's possible in quantum mechanics, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop quantum error correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant computing
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype quantum processors with 1000+ qubits
- Lead research in quantum machine learning and neural network acceleration
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure federal and private research funding through compelling proposals
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research with demonstrated publications
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum simulation frameworks
- Proficiency in Python, Qiskit, or equivalent quantum programming tools
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and statistical mechanics
- Experience with cryogenic systems and quantum hardware interfaces
- Track record of securing research grants and intellectual property