Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum algorithms that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop scalable quantum systems. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art laboratories and unparalleled resources for pushing the boundaries of quantum supremacy. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and continuous learning stipends. Shape the future of computing with us.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processor architectures
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure federal and private research funding through grant proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum specialization
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Expertise in high-performance computing and parallelization techniques