Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation to shape the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a pioneering researcher to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and architectures that will revolutionize computational capabilities. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with cutting-edge hardware and collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. You'll lead breakthrough projects in quantum error correction, scalable qubit systems, and practical quantum applications for industries ranging from cryptography to drug discovery.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures targeting 2026 deployment milestones
- Lead research on quantum error correction techniques for industrial-scale systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype quantum processors with 1000+ qubits
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and present at QIP conferences
- Secure $2M+ in DoE/NSF grants for quantum computing initiatives
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science with 3+ years postdoc experience
- Published record in top-tier quantum computing journals (Nature/Science)
- Expertise in quantum circuit optimization and compiler design
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDK frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error correction models
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum hardware
- Proven ability to secure federal research funding