Job Description
Shape the future as an AI Research Scientist at Quantum Leap Labs, where we're pioneering breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. Join our Austin-based team to develop next-generation AI systems that will redefine industries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in a culture that values audacious innovation.
We offer competitive compensation, unlimited PTO, and a state-of-the-art research facility overlooking the Colorado River. Your work will directly impact how humanity interacts with intelligent systems by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Lead research in generative AI and quantum machine learning
- Design neural architectures for 2026-era computational challenges
- Publish findings in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, NeurIPS)
- Collaborate with robotics teams to embed AI in physical systems
- Develop ethical frameworks for autonomous decision-making
- Mentor PhD candidates and junior researchers
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in AI, Computer Science, or Computational Physics (2019-2023)
- 5+ years in generative model development (GPT-4, Gemini, Claude)
- Published research in top-tier AI conferences
- Expertise in quantum computing algorithms
- Strong background in multi-modal AI systems
- Experience securing DARPA/NASA research grants
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming languages