Job Description
Join the forefront of technological revolution at Nexus Quantum Labs, where we're pioneering breakthroughs for the 2026 quantum computing era. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll architect next-gen algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical concepts into real-world solutions. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment where curiosity meets cutting-edge infrastructure. We're not just preparing for 2026—we're actively shaping it.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography challenges
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Secure $1M+ in research funding through NIH/NSF grant applications
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Partner with industry leaders to commercialize quantum innovations
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum systems
- Active DoD or DOE security clearance preferred
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research grants