Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms to solve humanity's most complex challenges—from climate modeling to drug discovery. As a Research Scientist, you'll architect the computational future in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, collaborating with Nobel laureates and leveraging IBM's quantum systems. This is your chance to shape the 2026 quantum landscape.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation on IBM Q and D-Wave processors
- Publish high-impact research in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
- Secure $1M+ in quantum computing grants annually
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information
- 3+ years hands-on quantum programming (Qiskit/Cirq)
- Published work in quantum error correction or algorithms
- Expertise in quantum machine learning frameworks
- Experience with superconducting qubit architectures
- Track record of securing government/industry grants