Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware architectures. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art labs and a culture where curiosity fuels innovation. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to publish in top-tier journals. Help us build the computational infrastructure of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to improve qubit coherence times
- Lead research on quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grants
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing principles
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in quantum information theory
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems preferred
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills