Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation. We're seeking a pioneering Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries by 2026. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for cryptography and machine learning
- Lead prototyping of quantum hardware components at cryogenic temperatures
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in federal and private research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Partner with NASA and DARPA on classified defense projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit development experience
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum simulation frameworks
- Active TS/SCI security clearance or ability to obtain
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level assembly
- Prior experience with trapped-ion or superconducting qubits