Job Description
Join Nexus AI Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer the next generation of artificial intelligence solutions designed for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Lead AI Research Scientist to architect breakthrough models that will redefine industries and human-computer interaction. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future in our state-of-the-art research facility in the heart of San Francisco's tech ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end development of novel AI architectures for autonomous systems and predictive analytics
- Drive research in quantum machine learning and neuromorphic computing paradigms
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI solutions in healthcare and sustainability sectors
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and foster innovation through quarterly hackathons
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from industry partners and government initiatives
- Develop ethical AI frameworks aligned with 2026 global regulatory standards
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Published record in top-tier AI/ML conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR)
- Expertise in transformer architectures, reinforcement learning, and multi-agent systems
- Proficiency in Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and distributed computing frameworks
- Proven track record of deploying production-scale AI models with measurable impact
- Strong background in ethical AI governance and bias mitigation techniques
- Experience securing DoE or NSF research grants preferred
- Fluency in MLOps and cloud-native AI deployment (AWS/GCP/Azure)