Job Description
Join Quantum Leap Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking an AI Futurist Research Lead to pioneer next-generation intelligence frameworks that will redefine industries. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop adaptive AI systems that anticipate human needs and solve global challenges before they emerge. Our Austin hub offers unparalleled resources including quantum computing access and a $500M innovation fund. If you thrive at the intersection of theoretical breakthroughs and real-world impact, this is your chance to shape tomorrow's digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Architect predictive AI models forecasting societal shifts for 2026-2030
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams of quantum physicists and neural network specialists
- Develop ethical governance frameworks for autonomous decision-making systems
- Secure $15M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA initiatives
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals with 100+ citation impact
- Partner with Fortune 50 companies to implement future-ready AI roadmaps
- Mentor PhD fellows in emerging fields like neuromorphic computing
Qualifications
- PhD in AI, Machine Learning, or Computational Neuroscience (or equivalent research impact)
- 5+ years developing production-level systems with >99.99% reliability
- Published 3+ papers in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR)
- Expertise in quantum machine learning and federated learning architectures
- Proven track record securing $5M+ in competitive research funding
- Experience with ethical AI frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST RMF)
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow Quantum, and high-performance computing