Job Description
Join NexusLabs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop scalable quantum algorithms that solve previously impossible problems. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art cryogenic labs and dedicated quantum annealing infrastructure. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and flexible work arrangements for world-changing research.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams on qubit architecture improvements
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA/NASA research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on quantum computing experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit/Cirq programming frameworks
- Published research in top-tier quantum journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction codes
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems
- Demonstrated ability to secure government research funding