Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and cutting-edge engineers to develop scalable quantum solutions for cryptography, drug discovery, and AI optimization. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art cryogenic labs and dedicated quantum computing clusters.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs? We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and access to exclusive industry conferences. Our mission: to build the world's first commercially viable quantum advantage platform.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum error correction
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals/conferences
- Develop patentable quantum IP with commercial potential
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum methodologies
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum assembly languages
- Published research in Nature/Science/Physical Review
- Expertise in quantum error correction techniques
- Experience with superconducting or photonic qubit systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- US citizenship required for government-funded projects