Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-AI hybrid systems that will redefine computing paradigms. As a Quantum AI Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. We offer unparalleled resources, equity packages, and the opportunity to shape humanity's digital future.
Why Nexus? Our patent-pending quantum processors have achieved 99.99% fidelity – the highest in commercial applications. You'll work on projects ranging from climate modeling to drug discovery, with 40% of R&D time dedicated to exploratory research.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum machine learning algorithms for next-gen computing architectures
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Develop novel error-correction techniques for quantum processors
- Publish research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, etc.)
- Secure $2M+ in government grants for advanced quantum research
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum-computing programs
- Translate theoretical models into scalable commercial applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, AI, or Computational Physics
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum machine learning
- Expertise in tensor networks and quantum circuit optimization
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and high-performance computing
- Experience securing federal research grants (NSF, DARPA)
- Strong background in quantum error correction protocols