Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation! We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and systems that will revolutionize industries by 2026. Collaborate with world-class engineers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where your work will directly shape the future of computational science.
Why Nexus Labs? We offer cutting-edge resources, competitive equity packages, and the opportunity to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our team has published 12 groundbreaking papers in Nature and Science journals this year alone.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes
- Develop error correction techniques to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate quantum solutions into commercial applications
- Publish research in top-tier scientific journals and present at international conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq) and simulation frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in fast-paced environments