Job Description
Shape the future at Nexus Labs as we pioneer the next frontier of human-machine collaboration. We're seeking a visionary Quantum AI Research Lead to architect revolutionary systems that will redefine industries by 2026. Join our elite team of quantum physicists and AI specialists in an environment where your breakthroughs become tomorrow's reality.
What you'll achieve: Design hybrid quantum-classical AI architectures, publish groundbreaking research in Nature/Science journals, and directly influence the development of quantum-safe encryption standards. Your work will power autonomous systems, climate modeling solutions, and personalized medicine platforms.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-disciplinary teams in developing quantum-enhanced machine learning algorithms
- Architect scalable quantum neural networks for real-world industrial applications
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum-classical interfaces
- Secure $2M+ in research grants through NSF and DARPA proposals
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum information science
- Publish top-tier research and speak at major quantum computing conferences
- Drive ethical AI frameworks for quantum-powered autonomous systems
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of experience in quantum algorithm development or quantum machine learning
- Published research in Nature/Science or top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum computing frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proven track record of securing government research funding
- Strong background in Python, TensorFlow/PyTorch, and high-performance computing