Job Description
Join NexusLabs Quantum at the forefront of quantum computing innovation. As a 2026-focused Research Scientist, you'll architect next-gen quantum algorithms that redefine computational boundaries. Our Austin-based R&D hub offers unparalleled resources to pioneer breakthroughs in quantum error correction, cryptography, and molecular simulation. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in an environment where theoretical physics meets practical application.
Why NexusLabs? We provide industry-leading quantum hardware access, unlimited research budget, and equity participation in our moonshot projects. Shape the quantum revolution while enjoying Texas's tech-friendly ecosystem and competitive compensation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical frameworks for industrial scaling
- Author patents and publish in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum error mitigation
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit coherence times
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Published research in quantum information theory
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence models
- Experience with NISQ-era hardware constraints
- Strong background in topological quantum computing