Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries from cryptography to drug discovery. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers to develop scalable quantum algorithms and error-correction protocols. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art cryogenic labs and dedicated quantum simulation clusters. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop quantum error-correction techniques to enhance qubit stability
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting platforms
- Collaborate with software engineers to translate theoretical models into practical implementations
- Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to patent development
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related quantum field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong background in quantum information theory and many-body physics
- Experience with cryogenic systems and microwave control electronics
- Publication record in quantum computing or condensed matter physics
- Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams