Job Description
Join the forefront of technological evolution at Nexus Quantum Labs! We're pioneering the intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence to solve humanity's greatest challenges. As a Quantum AI Research Scientist, you'll work in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop breakthrough algorithms that will shape the 2030s digital landscape.
We offer unparalleled resources, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and a culture where curiosity fuels innovation. Your research will directly impact fields from climate modeling to personalized medicine, with opportunities to publish in top-tier journals and present at global conferences.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum machine learning models for complex optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum neural networks
- Develop novel error-correction protocols for quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum-AI accelerators
- Translate theoretical research into scalable production algorithms
- Secure federal grants and industry partnerships for quantum-AI initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates and publish in Nature/Science journals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of experience with quantum algorithms or quantum machine learning
- Proficiency in quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or PennyLane)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Published research in peer-reviewed quantum/AI journals
- Expertise in Python, TensorFlow/PyTorch, and high-performance computing
- Experience with cloud quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)