Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026. We're seeking a visionary AI Research Director to lead groundbreaking projects that will redefine industries. Our culture values innovation, collaboration, and forward-thinking leadership. You'll work with world-class researchers and engineers in a state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco, driving the next wave of artificial intelligence breakthroughs.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing advanced AI systems for 2026 market needs
- Architect research roadmap for quantum-optimized neural networks
- Secure $10M+ in research grants and strategic partnerships
- Present findings at global tech summits and publish in Nature/Science
- Mentor PhD-level researchers and drive publication strategy
- Collaborate with product teams to translate research into commercial applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, AI, or related field with 10+ years experience
- Published 50+ peer-reviewed papers in top-tier AI journals
- Proven track record of securing $5M+ in research funding
- Expertise in transformer architectures and quantum computing integration
- Experience leading teams of 15+ researchers across multiple continents
- Proficiency in PyTorch, TensorFlow, and quantum programming frameworks
- Strong network with academic and industry AI leaders