Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we redefine computational boundaries. We seek a pioneering Quantum Computing Researcher to develop next-gen algorithms and systems for 2026-era applications. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and contribute to breakthroughs in cryptography, material science, and AI optimization. Your work will directly shape the technological landscape of tomorrow while enjoying Austin's vibrant tech ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals
- Secure federal and private research funding for quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing fundamentals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding