Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing for 2026. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to lead cutting-edge projects in quantum algorithms, error correction, and hardware optimization. Collaborate with world-class teams in our state-of-the-art Austin facility to develop scalable quantum solutions that will redefine computational boundaries.
What You'll Achieve:
You will design and implement novel quantum protocols, publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals, and contribute to patentable innovations. Your work will directly impact industries ranging from pharmaceuticals to AI, solving previously intractable problems through quantum advantage.
Responsibilities
- Lead research initiatives in quantum algorithm development and optimization
- Design and test quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate quantum solutions with classical computing
- Author peer-reviewed publications and present findings at international conferences
- Secure and manage research grants from government and private sector partners
- Mentor junior researchers and foster cross-functional innovation
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published work in quantum computing or high-performance computing
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and statistical mechanics
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, etc.)