Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution! We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect next-gen solutions that will redefine industries. Your work will directly impact our roadmap for quantum supremacy by 2026, developing algorithms and protocols that leverage qubit scalability and error correction breakthroughs. Collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art Austin lab, where you'll translate theoretical quantum mechanics into practical applications for finance, logistics, and AI optimization.
This role offers unparalleled resources: access to 100+ qubit processors, $50M annual R&D budget, and dedicated quantum annealing hardware. You'll publish in Nature Physics while mentoring PhD candidates in our Quantum Future Fellowship program. Shape the very fabric of computational reality with us.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems with 2026 scalability targets
- Lead error mitigation protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design qubit architectures beyond superconducting platforms
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical workflows for real-world enterprise applications
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals (Nature/Science)
- Secure federal grants for quantum computing initiatives through DOE and NSF programs
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum error correction or fault tolerance
- Expertise in quantum algorithm design (Shor's, Grover's, QAOA)
- Familiarity with quantum annealing systems (D-Wave, Rigetti)
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with high-performance computing optimization
- Experience securing federal research grants (NSF/DOE)
- Strong background in topological quantum computing or photonic systems