Job Description
Join Nexus Futures Inc. at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering the convergence of quantum computing and artificial intelligence to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As a Quantum AI Research Scientist, you'll design next-gen algorithms that push the boundaries of computational possibility. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical breakthroughs into real-world applications in healthcare, climate modeling, and cryptography.
This role offers:
- Access to quantum annealers and AI supercomputers
- Collaboration with Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners
- Equity package and flexible hybrid work arrangements
- Annual research stipend for conferences and publications
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum machine learning algorithms for optimization problems
- Design error-corrected quantum circuits for AI training acceleration
- Lead cross-functional projects in quantum neural networks
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure federal grants and industry partnerships
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum-AI integration
- Architect hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, AI, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years implementing quantum algorithms on real hardware
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and TensorFlow Quantum
- Published work in quantum machine learning or quantum chemistry
- Expertise in tensor networks and variational quantum algorithms
- Strong Python/C++ programming with quantum libraries
- Experience with cloud-based quantum computing platforms (IBM, AWS Braket)
- Track record of securing research funding