Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum-resistant cryptography and fault-tolerant computing. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates to solve humanity's most complex challenges in material science, climate modeling, and AI optimization. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art cryogenic systems and dedicated quantum annealing resources. We offer equity grants, sabbatical programs, and unlimited R&D budgets for groundbreaking projects.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems in logistics and financial modeling
- Develop quantum-resistant encryption protocols for next-gen cybersecurity infrastructure
- Collaborate with AI teams to create hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Lead experimental trials on 1000+ qubit quantum processors
- Author peer-reviewed publications in Nature/Science journals
- Present findings at international quantum computing symposia
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum error correction techniques
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum annealing or gate-based systems
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in Python/C++ with quantum SDKs (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error correction
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters
- Security clearance eligibility (required for government contracts)