Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation as we pioneer breakthroughs that will define 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Research Scientist to develop next-generation quantum algorithms and architectures. Our Austin-based team collaborates with MIT, Caltech, and NASA to solve humanity's most complex challenges in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. Enjoy competitive equity packages, flexible R&D budgets, and access to our 500-qubit quantum annealing lab. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish in Nature and shape the future of computational science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype quantum-resistant encryption systems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to co-design quantum architectures
- Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present at IEEE/APS conferences
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from DARPA/NSF
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Quantum Engineering with 3+ years postdoc experience
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit simulation frameworks
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or ion trap technologies
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and computational complexity
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research funding
- Patent portfolio in quantum technologies (preferred)