Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-AI fusion systems that will redefine computational boundaries. As a Quantum AI Research Scientist, you'll develop breakthrough algorithms in a cutting-edge environment with state-of-the-art facilities. Our interdisciplinary team collaborates with MIT, Caltech, and NASA to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Enjoy competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work, and unlimited learning resources in our award-winning innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum machine learning models for real-world applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum-AI hybrid systems on superconducting qubits
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit architectures
- Develop novel error correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grants
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Python with quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum mechanics and quantum information theory
- Publication record in quantum computing or AI research
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum processors
- Strong background in machine learning and neural networks
- US citizenship or permanent residency required for clearance projects