Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation as we prepare for the technological revolution of 2026. We seek a pioneering Research Scientist to develop next-generation quantum algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of technology in a state-of-the-art Austin facility.
You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors, working on breakthrough projects in quantum supremacy, error correction, and quantum machine learning. Our team operates at the intersection of theoretical physics, advanced mathematics, and cutting-edge engineering to solve problems previously deemed impossible.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation challenges
- Lead research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant system architecture
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks for 2026-era applications
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and drive cross-disciplinary innovation
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant proposals
- Translate theoretical models into experimental prototypes
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent high-impact journals
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error correction principles
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or ion trap technologies
- Proven ability to secure competitive research funding