Job Description
Shape the future as our 2026 AI Research Lead! Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of generative AI development. We're seeking a visionary leader to pioneer breakthroughs in autonomous systems, quantum-enhanced machine learning, and ethical AI frameworks. Drive cross-functional teams to transform theoretical concepts into scalable solutions that redefine industry standards. Enjoy unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-disciplinary research teams in developing next-gen AI architectures
- Design and implement ethical AI governance frameworks for 2026 deployment
- Collaborate with quantum computing specialists to hybridize classical/quantum models
- Secure $5M+ annual research budget through NSF and DARPA grant applications
- Publish top-tier research at NeurIPS, ICML, and Nature AI journals
- Establish industry partnerships with Fortune 50 AI adoption programs
- Mentor PhD researchers in emerging AI paradigms
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science/ML or equivalent research experience
- 5+ years leading AI R&D teams with 15+ publications
- Expertise in transformer architectures, diffusion models, and reinforcement learning
- Track record of securing $1M+ in federal research grants
- Proficiency in PyTorch/TensorFlow and quantum computing frameworks
- Deep understanding of EU AI Act and NIST AI Risk Management Framework
- Experience deploying production AI systems at scale