Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation. We're pioneering next-generation quantum computing solutions that will revolutionize cryptography, drug discovery, and AI by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to develop breakthrough quantum algorithms and hardware architectures.
Our state-of-the-art Austin facility houses 500+ qubit systems and offers unparalleled resources for experimental quantum research. You'll work in an interdisciplinary environment blending physics, computer science, and materials engineering to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum gate operations
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to patent development
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Publication record in quantum information science
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems or superconducting qubits
- Expertise in linear algebra, probability theory, and complex analysis