Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industries from cryptography to drug discovery. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art cryogenic labs and $50M in cutting-edge equipment. Enjoy flexible schedules, equity packages, and sabbatical opportunities to publish groundbreaking research.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead cross-functional teams to solve complex optimization problems
- Publish 2-3 peer-reviewed papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Secure $1M+ in annual research grants from NSF/DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit design experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum SDKs
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- Security clearance eligibility (for government contracts)