Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms and collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. Your work will directly impact climate modeling, drug discovery, and artificial intelligence advancement. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and access to our cutting-edge quantum lab with 128-qubit processors.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical applications
- Lead interdisciplinary research teams across physics, computer science, and AI domains
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum coherence at scale
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at global conferences
- Collaborate with industry partners to commercialize quantum solutions
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum computing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum information theory
- Experience with high-performance computing environments
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics