Job Description
Shape the future of technology at Nexus Quantum Labs, where we're pioneering quantum solutions for 2026's most complex challenges. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop breakthrough algorithms and systems that redefine computational boundaries. Join our Austin-based team of visionaries in a collaborative environment with cutting-edge resources and competitive benefits.
We offer relocation assistance, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to publish groundbreaking research in partnership with MIT and Stanford. Your work will directly impact industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction techniques for scalable quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to validate quantum processor performance
- Lead research publications in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure federal and private research grants for quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers and drive cross-functional innovation
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, or Cirq)
- Published work in quantum algorithms or error correction
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding
- Experience with high-performance computing environments