Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and protocols that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, leveraging cutting-edge quantum hardware to solve previously impossible problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of technology while working on projects with global impact.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical 2026-era applications
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams to develop quantum-resistant encryption systems
- Optimize quantum error correction protocols for industrial-scale deployment
- Author breakthrough research papers for top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Secure government and private sector grants for frontier quantum projects
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or error correction
- Expertise in topological quantum computing or fault-tolerant systems
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience securing DoD or NSF grants preferred
- Patent portfolio in quantum technologies a plus