Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a brilliant Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and hardware architectures that will redefine computational boundaries.
As a key member of our Austin-based R&D team, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our state-of-the-art facility offers unmatched resources for quantum experimentation, with competitive compensation and equity packages.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure federal and private research grants
- Contribute to open-source quantum computing frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Published work in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and decoherence mitigation
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems preferred