Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications that will redefine global industries. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to architect next-gen algorithms and systems. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin innovation hub, where your breakthroughs will power solutions for climate modeling, drug discovery, and secure communications.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for 2026-era computational challenges
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at IEEE/ACM conferences
- Secure $5M+ in federal research grants for quantum initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years developing quantum algorithms on real hardware
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Published work in Nature/Science or peer-reviewed quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerance
- Security clearance eligibility for DoE/NASA projects