Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum computing breakthroughs that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop novel algorithms and architectures to solve previously impossible computational challenges. Our Austin headquarters features state-of-the-art labs and collaborative spaces where your innovations can transform healthcare, materials science, and cryptography.
We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to publish groundbreaking research. If you're passionate about shaping the quantum future, we want to meet you.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical implementations
- Lead cross-functional research initiatives in quantum machine learning
- Publish findings in leading scientific journals and industry conferences
- Secure federal and private research funding through grant proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong background in quantum information theory and quantum algorithms
- Demonstrated ability to publish peer-reviewed research
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems