Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering breakthroughs that will redefine computational boundaries. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll develop next-generation algorithms and systems that solve previously impossible problems. Our Austin-based lab offers unparalleled resources, including IBM Quantum System Two access and a team of Nobel Prize-winning collaborators. This role directly shapes the future of cryptography, material science, and AI optimization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications
- Lead fault-tolerant quantum computing research initiatives
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Develop error correction protocols for large-scale quantum systems
- Publish findings in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $1M+ in quantum computing research grants annually
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum circuit optimization
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with superconducting quantum processors
- Deep understanding of quantum complexity theory