Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions for 2026's most complex challenges. Our Austin hub combines cutting-edge lab facilities with a startup-driven culture to accelerate quantum commercialization. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and pioneer algorithms that redefine cryptography, drug discovery, and AI optimization. We offer equity, unlimited PTO, and a $20K annual R&D stipend.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware interfaces
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Develop error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant systems
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from NSF/DoD
- Mentor PhD interns and postdoctoral researchers
- Translate theoretical models into deployable quantum software solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit development
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum assembly languages
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum processors
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Security clearance preferred for government-funded projects