Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer the next frontier of quantum computing. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and systems that will redefine computational capabilities by 2026. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and shape the future of AI, cryptography, and material science.
About Nexus Labs: A leading R&D incubator backed by venture capital giants, we've accelerated 12 quantum startups to unicorn status. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art cryogenic labs and dedicated quantum annealing infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims using superconducting qubits
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Publish 3+ high-impact papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $2M+ in DARPA/NSF grants for quantum research initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in Qiskit/Cirq frameworks and quantum circuit optimization
- Publication record in quantum information theory
- Experience with quantum annealing systems (D-Wave preferred)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Ability to translate complex quantum concepts into commercial applications