Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop breakthrough quantum applications in cryptography, drug discovery, and materials science.
Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art cryogenic quantum processors and a $50M research lab. We offer patent equity, sabbatical programs, and unmatched opportunities to publish in Science and Nature.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for commercial applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish 2-3 high-impact papers annually in peer-reviewed journals
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from NSF/DARPA
- Mentor PhD fellows in quantum information theory
- Collaborate with industry partners on quantum cloud solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum SDKs
- Published research in quantum error correction or cryptography
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or ion traps
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Track record of securing federal research grants