Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions that will redefine 2026 and beyond. We seek a brilliant Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and protocols for next-generation quantum systems. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, pushing the boundaries of computational physics and information theory. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of technology while working with world-class hardware and software ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum protocols on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop error correction techniques to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors and control systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure federal and private research funding through compelling proposal development
- Mentor junior researchers and foster cross-disciplinary innovation
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Expertise in quantum information theory and quantum error correction
- Proven track record of peer-reviewed publications in quantum computing
- Familiarity with quantum hardware architectures (superconducting, trapped ions, photonic)
- Strong mathematical foundations in linear algebra, probability, and complex analysis
- Experience with high-performance computing and parallel programming