Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum-integrated AI systems for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum AI Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms that merge quantum computing with machine learning. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of artificial intelligence while collaborating with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and elite AI engineers in our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum machine learning algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams in developing next-gen AI-quantum hybrid systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier scientific journals and conferences
- Translate theoretical quantum computing models into scalable production systems
- Secure $2M+ in research grants through compelling proposal development
- Mentor PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers in quantum AI methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Machine Learning with 5+ years experience
- Proven expertise in quantum algorithms (e.g., QAOA, VQE) and error correction
- Proficiency in quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq) and classical ML (PyTorch/TensorFlow)
- Track record of peer-reviewed publications in Nature/Science or equivalent
- Demonstrated ability to secure NSF/DARPA grants for quantum AI research
- Experience with quantum hardware integration (IBM Quantum, Rigetti)
- Strong background in high-performance computing architectures