Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we shape the computational landscape of 2026. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum error correction and algorithm optimization that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, working on projects that will solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and a relocation assistance program. Our campus features quantum computing labs, AI training centers, and collaborative spaces designed for breakthrough thinking. Help us build the future, one qubit at a time.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical 2026-era applications
- Lead research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum processor performance
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional innovation teams
- Secure competitive research grants and industry partnerships
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithm design and complexity analysis
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, etc.)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Demonstrated ability to secure research funding
- Experience with high-performance computing environments