Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based innovation hub is seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and protocols that will redefine computational boundaries. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to solve complex challenges in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish groundbreaking research and contribute to patent-pending technologies that will shape the future of global industries.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead experiments on quantum hardware systems to optimize performance
- Develop error correction protocols for scalable quantum networks
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum machine learning models
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at international conferences
- Secure research grants and patents for novel quantum methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Proven track record of high-impact research publications
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Excellent collaboration skills across scientific and engineering disciplines