Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary Quantum AI Researcher to pioneer the convergence of quantum computing and artificial intelligence. In this groundbreaking role, you'll develop next-gen algorithms that solve previously impossible computational challenges, shape the future of autonomous systems, and contribute to humanity's most ambitious technological milestones.
Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources for quantum experimentation, including access to 100+ qubit processors and dedicated AI supercomputing clusters. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners in an environment where theoretical physics meets practical application.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum machine learning algorithms for 2026-era autonomous systems
- Develop novel quantum neural network architectures with exponential computational advantages
- Create hybrid quantum-classical frameworks for real-time optimization problems
- Lead cross-disciplinary research initiatives in quantum cryptography and AI safety
- Author breakthrough publications in Nature/Science journals and industry whitepapers
- Secure $5M+ in quantum AI research grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent research experience)
- Proven expertise in quantum algorithms (QAOA, VQE, Grover's variants)
- Publication record in top-tier quantum/AI conferences (QIP, NeurIPS, ICML)
- Mastery of quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, PennyLane)
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Strong background in deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow) and GPU optimization
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical quantum concepts into practical implementations