Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary Quantum AI Research Scientist to pioneer breakthroughs at the intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Shape the future of computational paradigms in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab.
Why Nexus Labs? Work alongside Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment where innovation thrives. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible research budgets, and unparalleled opportunities to publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum machine learning algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-AI hybrid computational frameworks
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors optimized for AI workloads
- Drive commercial applications of quantum AI in cryptography, materials science, and computational biology
- Secure competitive research funding through NSF and DARPA grant applications
- Mentor junior researchers and publish findings in Nature/Science journals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Machine Learning, or related computational field
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum circuit design (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in top-tier quantum/AI conferences (QIP, NeurIPS)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong programming skills in Python, C++, and quantum assembly languages
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical models into practical implementations
- Track record of securing competitive research funding