Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation. We're seeking a visionary researcher to develop breakthrough algorithms for 2026-era quantum systems. Shape the future of computational science in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation applications
- Develop error mitigation protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Author peer-reviewed publications for Nature/Science journals
- Collaborate with hardware teams on quantum architecture improvements
- Present research findings at international conferences
- Secure $1M+ in NSF/DARPA grant funding
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Publication record in top-tier physics/computing journals
- Expertise in Qiskit/Cirq programming frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction codes
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion qubits
- Strong Python/C++ programming skills