Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications that will redefine industries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disruptors to solve previously unsolvable computational challenges in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art quantum annealers and isolated research labs where your work could shape humanity's next technological epoch.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world industrial applications
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize qubit stability and error correction
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE conferences
- Lead cross-functional teams to translate theoretical models into scalable solutions
- Secure $5M+ in government grants and corporate partnerships
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (2020-2026 graduates welcome)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Experience with superconducting qubits or topological quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex probability theory
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ quantum algorithm implementations
- US citizenship required for government contract compliance