Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Research Scientist to develop scalable quantum algorithms and solve previously impossible computational challenges. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the next generation of computing infrastructure while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead research on quantum error correction and fault-tolerant computing architectures
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conference proceedings
- Develop quantum machine learning frameworks for predictive analytics
- Secure external research funding through NSF and DoE grants
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science from Tier 1 institution
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit optimization and gate-level simulations
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex systems theory
- Experience with high-performance computing architectures