Job Description
Shape the future at Nexus Quantum Labs, where we're building the quantum-AI frontier for 2026 and beyond. We seek a pioneering Research Scientist to develop next-gen quantum algorithms that will revolutionize machine learning, cryptography, and computational physics. Join our elite team at our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. This is your chance to solve problems once thought impossible.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum machine learning models for 2026-era applications
- Lead breakthrough research in quantum neural networks and hybrid quantum-classical systems
- Develop error-corrected quantum algorithms with 99.99% fidelity
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum-AI co-design architectures
- Publish findings in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, Quantum) and lead patent initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers and drive cross-functional innovation sprints
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on quantum algorithm development with error correction
- Expertise in quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#) and Python ML frameworks
- Published research in quantum machine learning or quantum information theory
- Deep understanding of quantum supremacy thresholds and NISQ limitations
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)
- Proven track record of translating theoretical concepts into scalable implementations