Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we pioneer breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll architect next-gen algorithms that redefine computational boundaries in cryptography, AI, and materials science. Collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art Austin facility where theory meets tangible impact.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant security protocols
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals
- Optimize quantum error correction methodologies
- Translate theoretical models into scalable quantum hardware solutions
- Secure $5M+ in NSF and DoD research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing/Physics/Computer Science
- 3+ years hands-on experience with Qiskit/Cirq frameworks
- Publication record in Nature/Science journals
- Expertise in quantum entanglement and decoherence control
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum assembly languages
- Demonstrated success in securing federal research funding
- Patent portfolio in quantum communication systems