Job Description
Join Nexus Futures Lab at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026. We seek a visionary Quantum AI Research Lead to architect next-gen systems that will redefine industries. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape humanity's digital future while working with Nobel-caliber researchers in our Austin innovation hub. Our collaborative environment fosters breakthrough thinking in quantum computing, artificial intelligence convergence, and ethical framework development.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-disciplinary research teams in quantum machine learning and AI integration
- Design scalable quantum algorithms for real-world 2026 applications
- Develop ethical governance frameworks for autonomous quantum systems
- Secure $5M+ in federal/private research grants
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers in Nature/Science journals annually
- Mentor PhD researchers and build industry partnerships
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, AI, or related field (postdoc preferred)
- 5+ years in quantum algorithm development with 20+ citations
- Proven experience securing federal research grants (NSF/DOE)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Strong background in ethical AI governance frameworks
- Published work in top-tier quantum/AI journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit/PyTorch quantum programming