Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based research center is seeking visionary Quantum Computing Researchers to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware systems that will redefine computational paradigms. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in an environment where curiosity drives innovation. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and state-of-the-art facilities including cryogenic quantum processors and photonic labs. Your work will directly impact fields from drug discovery to climate modeling, shaping the technological landscape of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware components
- Develop error-correction techniques to enhance qubit stability
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Secure $5M+ in annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Translate theoretical models into scalable quantum software solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in Nature/Science journals or equivalent
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and decoherence
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Proven track record of securing government research funding
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems preferred