Job Description
Shape the future at Nexus Quantum Labs – where 2026's most revolutionary technologies are born. We're seeking a visionary Quantum AI Research Scientist to pioneer the convergence of quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Join our elite team at the forefront of computational breakthroughs that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll develop novel quantum algorithms, design hybrid AI-quantum systems, and collaborate with Nobel laureates on projects that bridge theoretical physics and machine learning.
Our Austin hub offers state-of-the-art labs, unlimited compute resources, and a culture where audacious ideas become reality. This isn't just research – it's about building the computational infrastructure that will power humanity's next decade of innovation. If you're driven to solve problems that seem impossible today, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for AI optimization and error correction
- Design hybrid quantum-classical machine learning models for 2026-scale data
- Collaborate with physicists to implement quantum neural networks
- Develop fault-tolerant computing architectures for real-time quantum inference
- Author breakthrough research for Nature Quantum and IEEE journals
- Mentor cross-disciplinary teams of quantum engineers and AI specialists
- Secure federal grants for quantum-AI frontier research initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, AI, or Computational Physics (or equivalent experience)
- Published research in quantum machine learning or quantum algorithms
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit optimization frameworks
- Proficiency in Python with TensorFlow/PyTorch and quantum SDKs
- Experience with quantum hardware (IBM Q, Rigetti, or IonQ)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Track record of securing research grants or industry partnerships