Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation for 2026. We're pioneering breakthroughs that will redefine computational possibilities. As a Research Scientist, you'll develop scalable quantum algorithms and collaborate with world-class teams to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our Austin hub offers state-of-the-art facilities and a culture of relentless innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum computing systems at cryogenic temperatures
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum architectures
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum-qubit coherence times
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at international conferences
- Secure federal and private research funding for 2026 quantum initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Strong publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware environments
- Ability to translate theoretical models into practical implementations