Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs that will redefine 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop next-gen algorithms and architectures that solve previously impossible computational challenges. Work in our state-of-the-art Austin facility collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. Your research will directly impact cryptography, AI optimization, and molecular modeling, positioning Nexus Labs as the global leader in quantum supremacy.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum processor architectures
- Publish breakthrough findings in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government grants and private funding
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information science
- Develop commercialization pathways for quantum technologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit)
- Published research in quantum error correction or cryptography
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Track record of securing research funding