Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. Work in our state-of-the-art Austin facility collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead experiments on superconducting quantum processors
- Develop error mitigation techniques for quantum coherence
- Publish groundbreaking research in peer-reviewed journals
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize qubit architectures
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum methodologies
- Secure federal and private research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Published work in Nature/Science journals preferred
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems