Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary Quantum AI Research Lead to pioneer breakthroughs at the intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence. This role offers the rare opportunity to shape the next generation of computational paradigms and lead a world-class team in solving humanity's most complex challenges.
What You'll Achieve: Design and implement quantum neural networks, develop hybrid quantum-classical AI architectures, and publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to accelerate quantum supremacy in machine learning.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum AI research initiatives targeting 2026 computational milestones
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for unsupervised learning and optimization
- Mentor a cross-functional team of quantum physicists and ML engineers
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Publish 3+ papers at Nature Quantum Information or IEEE QCE
- Drive commercial applications in drug discovery and materials science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computational Mathematics
- 5+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum machine learning or quantum information theory
- Expertise in high-performance computing architectures
- Track record of securing federal research funding
- Experience leading technical teams of 10+ researchers