Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer quantum technologies that will redefine industries by 2026. We seek a brilliant Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware solutions. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, contributing to projects that will shape humanity's technological future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead experimental research on superconducting qubits and quantum photonic systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into functional prototypes
- Publish findings in leading journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and drive innovation in quantum machine learning
- Secure research funding through NSF and DARPA proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum error correction
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in condensed matter physics or quantum information theory
- Track record of peer-reviewed publications in top-tier journals
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware systems