Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based innovation hub seeks a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and protocols that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment where theoretical physics meets practical application. This role offers unparalleled resources, including access to our 128-qubit quantum processor and dedicated research labs. We're not just building the future – we're engineering it today.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols to enhance quantum coherence in 2026-era systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating theoretical models into practical quantum applications
- Publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum architectures
- Secure and manage research partnerships with leading quantum computing institutions
- Develop educational frameworks for quantum literacy across organizational departments
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithm development and complexity analysis
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Experience with quantum hardware integration and calibration
- Demonstrated ability to secure competitive research grants
- Passion for ethical quantum computing frameworks and security protocols