Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions to solve humanity's greatest challenges. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated R&D budgets for breakthrough innovations. Shape the future of computing while advancing your career in one of the world's most dynamic tech ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for cryptography and optimization problems
- Design and implement error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype next-generation quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $1M+ in research grants and patents
- Mentor PhD candidates and junior researchers
- Develop commercial applications for quantum machine learning
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum programming frameworks
- Published peer-reviewed papers in quantum information science
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap qubit systems
- Proven track record of securing research funding
- Excellent communication and presentation skills