Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We seek a visionary Quantum AI Research Lead to pioneer breakthroughs at the intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Shape the future by developing scalable quantum algorithms that will redefine computational capabilities in the next decade.
Why Nexus? We're an award-winning deep-tech incubator with 12+ patents in quantum-AI hybrid systems. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art labs and offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum neural networks for 2026-era computational challenges
- Lead cross-functional teams of quantum physicists and ML engineers
- Develop error-corrected quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Publish findings in Nature Quantum and IEEE journals
- Architect quantum-AI frameworks for climate modeling and drug discovery
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum machine learning
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years in quantum algorithm development
- Published work in top-tier quantum/AI journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum circuit optimization
- Experience with quantum error correction protocols
- Strong background in tensor networks and quantum machine learning
- Track record of securing federal research funding