Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum-AI integration for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum AI Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms that bridge quantum computing and artificial intelligence. You'll work in our Austin R&D hub, collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to solve humanity's most complex challenges. This role offers unparalleled resources, including access to IBM Quantum systems and NVIDIA's latest AI supercomputers. If you're passionate about shaping the technological landscape of tomorrow, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement hybrid quantum-AI algorithms for computational optimization
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning and neural network acceleration
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum-AI integration
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in quantum computing research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum-AI methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum machine learning or quantum algorithms
- Expertise in AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow) and high-performance computing
- Strong mathematical background in linear algebra, probability, and information theory
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, or IonQ)
- Track record of securing research funding or patents