Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a brilliant Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational paradigms. Your work will directly impact fields from drug discovery to climate modeling in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grants
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing fundamentals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Track record of peer-reviewed publications in quantum computing
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations