Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to architect next-gen algorithms and protocols that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and publish groundbreaking research in peer-reviewed journals.
Our Austin headquarters features state-of-the-art cryogenic quantum processors and a $50M research lab dedicated to quantum supremacy. You'll work on projects ranging from quantum machine learning to cryptographic breakthroughs that will secure digital infrastructures for the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit designs
- Author research papers for Nature Physics and Science journals
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum assembly languages
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and decoherence
- Security clearance for DoD quantum projects preferred