Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation to shape the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and solve complex computational challenges. You'll collaborate with world-class physicists and engineers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, pushing the boundaries of quantum supremacy.
What You'll Achieve:
Lead breakthrough research in quantum error correction and scalable qubit architectures. Publish findings in top-tier journals and contribute to open-source quantum frameworks. Mentor junior researchers while driving commercial applications in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical 2026-era applications
- Develop error mitigation protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit coherence times
- Translate theoretical models into executable quantum circuits
- Secure research grants and publish in Nature/Science journals
- Lead cross-functional quantum-AI integration projects
- Contribute to quantum security frameworks for post-quantum cryptography
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in quantum information science
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error correction
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum processors
- Strong Python/C++ skills with numerical computing libraries