Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum-AI convergence systems that will redefine technological paradigms by 2026. As a Quantum AI Research Scientist, you'll architect next-gen algorithms that harness quantum supremacy for real-world applications in cryptography, materials science, and autonomous systems. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical breakthroughs into tangible innovations.
We're seeking visionaries who thrive at the intersection of quantum physics and machine learning. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners in an environment where intellectual curiosity fuels exponential progress. This is your opportunity to shape the quantum-powered future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum machine learning algorithms leveraging QAOA, VQE, and quantum neural networks
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks for optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims on 1000+ qubit systems
- Architect fault-tolerant quantum error correction protocols for industrial deployment
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors optimized for AI workloads
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics and IEEE Transactions on Quantum Engineering
- Secure $2M+ in DARPA/NSF grants for quantum-AI initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Computational Physics (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years developing quantum algorithms or quantum machine learning frameworks
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#) and high-performance computing
- Published peer-reviewed research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and computational complexity
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Track record of translating theoretical quantum concepts into practical implementations