Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation to redefine computational boundaries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect next-gen algorithms for cryptography, optimization, and machine learning. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and cutting-edge engineers in our Austin R&D hub, where we're building the quantum infrastructure for 2026 and beyond. Your work will directly impact industries from pharmaceuticals to aerospace.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex computational challenges
- Develop error-correction protocols for stable qubit operations
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Drive patent development for proprietary quantum methodologies
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics and computational theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Publication record in top-tier quantum research journals
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems or superconducting qubits
- Excellent problem-solving skills for complex multi-variable systems