Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer breakthroughs at the intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence. As our 2026 Quantum AI Research Lead, you'll architect next-gen systems that redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape humanity's technological trajectory while collaborating with Nobel-caliber researchers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility.
We're seeking a visionary leader to drive our 2026 roadmap, transforming theoretical models into scalable quantum AI solutions. Your work will directly impact industries ranging from pharmaceutical discovery to climate modeling, accelerating innovation by decades. If you thrive at the nexus of cutting-edge research and practical application, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing quantum AI algorithms for 2026-era computational challenges
- Architect hybrid quantum-classical frameworks achieving 1000x speedups in machine learning workflows
- Translate theoretical quantum computing principles into production-ready AI systems
- Collaborate with industry partners to implement quantum AI solutions in healthcare, finance, and logistics
- Drive research initiatives targeting quantum supremacy for generative AI models
- Secure $10M+ in research grants through compelling vision proposals and technical roadmaps
- Mentor PhD researchers while publishing breakthrough findings in Nature/Science journals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, AI, or Physics with 5+ years of industry research experience
- Proven track record publishing in top-tier journals on quantum machine learning
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Mastery of quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq) and AI frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow)
- Experience securing federal/defense research grants ($5M+ preferred)
- Demonstrated ability to lead 20+ person research teams across multiple institutions
- Deep understanding of quantum supremacy milestones and 2026-era computational bottlenecks