Job Description
Shape the future of technology with Nexus Labs' groundbreaking 2026 Quantum Computing Initiative. We're seeking visionary Research Scientists to pioneer next-gen quantum algorithms that will redefine computational boundaries. Join our elite team in Austin where innovation meets impact, and collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on cutting-edge hardware platforms
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Author breakthrough research papers for top-tier publications
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure federal grants and industry partnerships for quantum research
- Contribute to open-source quantum software frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Proficiency with quantum circuit simulation tools (Qiskit Aer, Quil)
- Experience with high-performance computing and parallel processing
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- Passion for ethical AI and quantum security principles