Job Description
Shape the future at Nexus Quantum Labs! We're seeking a pioneering Quantum AI Research Scientist to revolutionize computing by 2026. Join our elite team developing next-gen quantum algorithms and AI systems that solve unsolvable problems. Work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab with cutting-edge hardware and collaborate with Nobel laureates. This is your chance to transform industries—from medicine to finance—through quantum supremacy. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budget, and the freedom to explore revolutionary concepts.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum machine learning algorithms for 2026-era computational challenges
- Lead research in quantum neural networks and hybrid quantum-classical systems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum solutions into production systems
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum conferences
- Secure $5M+ in quantum computing grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum algorithm development
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum machine learning or quantum algorithms
- Expertise in tensor networks and quantum circuit optimization
- Strong background in deep learning frameworks (PyTorch/TensorFlow)
- Experience with superconducting qubit or ion trap systems
- Proven track record of securing federal research grants