Job Description
Join NexusLabs at the forefront of technological innovation shaping 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen computational paradigms. Work in our state-of-the-art Austin lab alongside Nobel laureates and industry pioneers, tackling challenges that will redefine industries from healthcare to cryptography. This hybrid role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish groundbreaking research and commercialize breakthrough technologies.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware interfaces
- Collaborate with AI/ML teams to hybridize quantum-classical workflows
- Author high-impact research publications for IEEE/ACM journals
- Secure and manage $1M+ research grants from NSF/DARPA
- Translate theoretical models into patentable quantum applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and fault tolerance
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and control electronics
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Track record of securing government or industry research funding