Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-AI hybrid systems that will redefine computing paradigms. As a Quantum AI Research Scientist, you'll develop next-gen algorithms for quantum machine learning, collaborate with Nobel Prize-winning physicists, and publish groundbreaking research in Nature. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit processors and exclusive partnerships with MIT's Quantum Engineering Center.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum machine learning algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Secure $2M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Author 3+ peer-reviewed publications annually in Nature/Science
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum-neural interfaces
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years experience in quantum algorithm development
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum circuit optimization
- Expertise in machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow/PyTorch)
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Track record of securing government research funding
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems