Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based research center seeks a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware solutions that will redefine computational capabilities. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in a state-of-the-art facility with quantum annealing resources exceeding 5,000 qubits. You'll contribute to projects spanning cryptography optimization, molecular simulation, and AI acceleration while shaping the quantum roadmap for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical applications in drug discovery and materials science
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits using superconducting qubit systems
- Develop error correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum processor architectures
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present findings at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $2M+ in government grants and industry partnerships for quantum initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years of quantum research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq) and classical Python/ML frameworks
- Published work in quantum error correction or NISQ-era applications
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and RF control electronics
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical models into experimental implementations
- Strong background in linear algebra, topology, and information theory