Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We seek a visionary Quantum AI Research Scientist to pioneer breakthroughs at the intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Shape the future of computational intelligence while working in our state-of-the-art San Francisco innovation hub.
This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers, with competitive equity packages and flexible work arrangements. Your work will directly impact how humanity solves previously unsolvable challenges in medicine, climate science, and cryptography.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms leveraging advanced machine learning techniques
- Lead cross-functional research teams in developing novel quantum neural network architectures
- Translate theoretical quantum computing models into scalable production systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum AI applications on next-gen processors
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at global AI/quantum conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, AI, or Computational Physics (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years in quantum algorithm development or advanced ML research
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published work in quantum machine learning or quantum information theory
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Experience with high-performance computing environments
- Strong track record of translating research into practical applications