Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms to solve humanity's most complex challenges—from drug discovery to climate modeling. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and the chance to publish breakthrough research in Nature and Science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit architectures
- Secure $5M+ in DoE/NASA research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates and publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers annually
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics/Computer Science with quantum focus
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum simulators (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in top-tier quantum journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and topological qubits
- Strong Python/C++ programming with scientific computing stack
- US citizenship required for government contract work