Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of 2026's quantum-AI revolution. We're pioneering next-generation computational paradigms that will redefine humanity's technological horizon. As our Quantum AI Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough systems merging quantum mechanics with artificial intelligence, solving problems previously deemed unsolvable. Work alongside Nobel laureates in our Austin Innovation Hub, where cutting-edge research meets real-world impact.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum-AI hybrid algorithms for 2026-era computational challenges
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists, ML engineers, and domain experts
- Develop error-corrected quantum systems with >99.9% fidelity thresholds
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from DARPA/NASA/NSF
- Publish breakthrough findings in Nature/Science journals
- Drive commercialization of quantum-AI applications in healthcare and logistics
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing or AI with 5+ years industry experience
- Published work in top-tier quantum/AI conferences (QIP, NeurIPS)
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum machine learning frameworks
- Proven track record of leading $10M+ research initiatives
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in tensor networks and quantum neural networks