Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the frontier of computational revolution as we pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and protocols that will redefine technological capabilities. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with cutting-edge quantum hardware and collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead research on quantum machine learning applications for 2026-era challenges
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to co-design quantum processors
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and drive quantum computing initiatives
- Secure federal and private research funding for quantum projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information Science
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, etc.)
- Strong background in linear algebra and computational complexity
- Publication record in quantum computing or related fields
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- US citizenship or permanent residency required for federal projects