Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of the 2026 technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries and solve humanity's greatest challenges. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disruptors to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and hardware. Our Austin campus offers cutting-edge labs, flexible work arrangements, and equity in a company valued at $2B+. Shape the future of computation while enjoying competitive benefits, professional development stipends, and hackathons in our rooftop quantum garden.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Collaborate with hardware teams to develop quantum error correction protocols
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning and quantum neural networks
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure $500K+ in annual research grants from NSF/DARPA/industry partners
- Mentor PhD interns and cross-functional innovation teams
- Develop patentable quantum computing methodologies with commercial applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Mathematics with quantum specialization
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Publication record in Nature/Science/Physical Review journals
- Proficiency in quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Demonstrated expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and complexity theory
- Track record of securing federal research grants