Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions that will redefine 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based innovation hub is seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware architectures. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment where quantum supremacy isn't just a goal—it's our daily reality. Why Nexus Labs? We offer equity in groundbreaking patents, unlimited R&D budgets, and the autonomy to explore quantum frontiers that others fear to tread. Your work will directly impact fields from drug discovery to climate modeling, solving problems previously deemed impossible.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical real-world applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum hardware architectures
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Collaborate with industry partners to commercialize quantum breakthroughs
- Develop error correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Secure federal and private funding for quantum research initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum mechanics and computational theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, QAOA)
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in superconducting qubits or photonic systems
- Track record of publishing high-impact research papers
- Experience with quantum error correction and fault-tolerant designs
- Ability to secure research grants and patents