Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation as we prepare for the 2026 technological revolution. We're seeking visionary researchers to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, working on projects that could solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, AI, and materials science. This is your chance to shape the future of human knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications
- Lead research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor architectures
- Publish breakthrough findings in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (exceptional MS candidates with 5+ years experience considered)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence mitigation techniques
- Proven ability to secure federal research funding
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis