Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications that will redefine industries. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop next-generation algorithms and solve previously unsolvable computational challenges. Our Austin campus offers state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative environment where your breakthroughs will directly impact fields from pharmaceuticals to climate modeling.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs?
- Work with $50M+ quantum infrastructure
- Collaborate with Nobel Prize-winning advisors
- Shape emerging quantum standards
- Comprehensive equity package & relocation support
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error mitigation protocols for NISQ-era quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional research teams on quantum machine learning projects
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patent disclosures
- Interface with quantum hardware teams to validate theoretical models
- Present findings at international quantum computing conferences
- Contribute to open-source quantum software libraries
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Publication record in quantum computing or quantum mechanics
- Experience with cloud-based quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex quantum concepts into practical applications