Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-AI integration to solve humanity's greatest challenges. As a Quantum AI Researcher, you'll develop next-gen algorithms that push computational boundaries while shaping the ethical frameworks for tomorrow's autonomous systems.
Our San Francisco hub offers unparalleled resources for groundbreaking research, including access to our 128-qubit quantum processors and dedicated AI supercomputing clusters. Work alongside Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners in an environment where curiosity fuels innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum machine learning algorithms for 2026-era computational challenges
- Lead cross-functional teams to integrate quantum computing with neural networks
- Develop ethical AI governance frameworks for autonomous decision systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on quantum-AI hybrid architectures
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum algorithm optimization
- Secure $5M+ in NSF and DARPA research grants annually
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, AI, or Computational Physics (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in Nature/Science journals on quantum machine learning
- Expertise in tensor networks and quantum error correction techniques
- Proven track record of securing federal research grants
- Deep understanding of 2026 quantum hardware roadmap (IBM, Google, IonQ)
- Strong background in theoretical computer science and complexity theory