Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop next-gen algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, leveraging cutting-edge hardware to solve previously impossible problems in cryptography, material science, and AI optimization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Optimize quantum circuits for emerging hardware architectures
- Lead research initiatives in quantum error correction protocols
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Publish findings in top-tier scientific journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure grant funding through NSF and DARPA proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Information Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum development frameworks
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent high-impact journals
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error mitigation
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and parallel computing architectures
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum systems