Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based innovation hub seeks a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware architectures. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in a cutting-edge environment where your breakthroughs could redefine global computing paradigms. Enjoy competitive equity packages, flexible R&D budgets, and access to our state-of-the-art quantum lab.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental research on quantum error correction and coherence enhancement
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks for commercial applications
- Publish peer-reviewed papers and present findings at leading conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype quantum processors
- Secure research grants from government and private institutions
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics and computer science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE) and circuit design
- Proficiency in quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or top-tier quantum journals
- Experience with cryogenic systems and superconducting qubits
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory