Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we pioneer breakthroughs for the 2026 technological landscape. We seek a brilliant Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop scalable quantum algorithms and push the boundaries of computational science. You'll collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where your work will directly impact industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting platforms
- Develop error mitigation techniques to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Publish groundbreaking research in peer-reviewed journals and top-tier conferences
- Collaborate with engineering teams to translate theoretical models into practical implementations
- Secure and manage research grants from government and private sector partners
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Quil)
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and complex analysis
- Demonstrated ability to publish high-impact research papers
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and control electronics