Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering the intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As our Quantum AI Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms that redefine computational boundaries while mentoring a world-class team in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. Experience unparalleled autonomy to explore uncharted domains of quantum machine learning.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum neural network architectures
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier scientific journals
- Collaborate with government agencies on quantum security initiatives
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Translate theoretical models into scalable quantum hardware prototypes
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years of experience in quantum algorithm development
- Published research in quantum machine learning
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum circuit optimization
- Expertise in tensor networks and quantum error correction
- Strong track record of securing federal research grants
- Experience with quantum hardware (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, or IonQ)
- Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences