Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary Quantum AI Research Lead to architect breakthrough solutions that will redefine humanity's digital future. In this pivotal role, you'll spearhead cutting-edge research at the intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence, developing proprietary algorithms that solve previously unsolvable challenges.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources for experimentation, including access to quantum annealing hardware, exascale computing clusters, and a team of Nobel-caliber collaborators. This is your opportunity to shape the technologies that will power the next decade of human progress.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute quantum machine learning frameworks for next-gen AI systems
- Lead cross-functional teams of quantum physicists, AI engineers, and domain specialists
- Develop novel quantum algorithms achieving exponential speedups over classical computing
- Secure $10M+ in federal and private research grants for 2026 technology initiatives
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and top-tier AI conferences
- Establish strategic partnerships with quantum hardware leaders (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Mentor PhD researchers and patent 5+ quantum AI innovations annually
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Theoretical Physics, or Machine Learning
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in quantum machine learning or quantum information theory
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Proven track record of securing government research grants
- Deep understanding of NISQ-era limitations and fault-tolerant computing roadmaps
- Strong background in neural networks, optimization theory, and complexity theory
- Experience leading teams of 10+ technical researchers