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 Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational possibilities. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers to solve previously unsolvable challenges in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers state-of-the-art facilities and a culture of radical experimentation. You'll lead initiatives in quantum error correction, qubit stabilization, and hybrid quantum-classical systems, directly contributing to technologies that will shape the next decade of human progress. If you're driven by curiosity and obsessed with pushing boundaries, this is your moment to impact the future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead research in quantum machine learning and hybrid quantum-classical models
- Collaborate with hardware teams to bridge theoretical concepts with physical implementations
- Publish groundbreaking research in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DoE grants
- Mentor junior researchers and drive quantum literacy initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum platforms
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis