Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine industries from healthcare to logistics. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our state-of-the-art Austin facility offers unparalleled resources including quantum annealers, cryogenic processors, and a 5G-enabled research environment. We provide competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and a wellness program featuring neurofeedback training and cryotherapy.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems in finance and logistics
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype quantum-classical hybrid solutions
- Publish research in Nature Physics and IEEE Quantum Journal
- Advise Fortune 500 clients on quantum adoption strategies
- Secure $1M+ in DARPA/NIST grant funding for quantum initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Q#, Qiskit, or Cirq programming frameworks
- Published peer-reviewed research in quantum information science
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with superconducting qubit manipulation systems
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum data analysis
- Security clearance eligibility preferred