Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer the next wave of quantum-AI integration. We're seeking a visionary 2026 AI Quantum Research Lead to architect breakthrough systems that will redefine computational paradigms. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape humanity's digital future while collaborating with Nobel-caliber researchers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco laboratory.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing hybrid quantum-AI algorithms for 2026-era applications
- Architect secure quantum-resistant neural networks with 99.99% fault tolerance
- Drive 10x performance optimization in quantum machine learning pipelines
- Secure $5M+ in R&D grants for next-gen quantum-AI infrastructure
- Pioneer ethical frameworks for autonomous quantum decision systems
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum-computing innovation programs
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing or AI with 8+ years industry R&D leadership
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum machine learning
- Expertise in error-corrected quantum circuits and topological qubits
- Proven track record scaling quantum algorithms to 1000+ qubits
- Certification in quantum security protocols (QKD, QKD+AI)
- Fluency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum cloud platforms (IBM, Rigetti)