Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-AI fusion systems that will redefine computational boundaries. As a Quantum AI Research Scientist, you'll architect next-gen algorithms that merge quantum computing with advanced neural networks, solving previously unsolvable challenges in cryptography, materials science, and climate modeling. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including a 256-qubit quantum processor and exascale AI clusters. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners in an environment where your breakthroughs will shape humanity's digital future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement hybrid quantum-AI algorithms for complex problem domains
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-resistant encryption frameworks
- Author peer-reviewed publications for Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Optimize quantum circuit architectures for neural network integration
- Secure $5M+ in NSF and DARPA research grants
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum machine learning
- Develop proprietary quantum simulation tools using PyTorch Quantum
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Theoretical Computer Science, or Physics
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Publication record in top-tier quantum/AI conferences (QIP, NeurIPS)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Proficiency in tensor network simulations and quantum circuit optimization
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research funding
- Strong background in distributed quantum computing architectures