Research Scientist Intern, Neuro-AI - Brain & AI Team (PhD)

Meta; Paris; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta's Brain & AI team is seeking interns passionate about neuro-AI, spanning computational neuroscience, neural coding, brain-inspired machine learning, interpretability, and cognitive modelling. Internships are up to six months with multiple start dates throughout the year.

You will develop novel neuro-AI algorithms, investigate neural representations, analyze neural data, and collaborate with researchers to translate findings into Meta product research.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in France at hire and during employment.
• Experience with Python programming.
• Experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow DL frameworks.
• Experience building ML/DL systems.
• Research experience at neuroscience and AI intersection.

Responsibilities

• Develop neuro-AI algorithms to advance ML techniques.
• Investigate neural representations to inform brain-inspired AI systems.
• Perform state-of-the-art research at the Neuro-AI frontier.
• Analyze neural data and build computational models.
• Collaborate with neuroscience and AI researchers and cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to research applicable to Meta products.

Skills

Python

PyTorch

TensorFlow

ML systems

Neuroscience research

Job description

We are committed to advancing the intersection of neuroscience and artificial intelligence by making fundamental advances in technologies that bridge our understanding of biological and artificial intelligence. The Brain & AI team is seeking individuals passionate about neuro-AI, including areas such as computational neuroscience, neural coding, brain-inspired machine learning, neural network interpretability, and cognitive modeling. Our interns have an opportunity to make core algorithmic advances at the frontier of neuroscience and AI, and apply their ideas at scale. Our internships are up to six (6) months long and we have various start dates throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Develop novel neuro-AI algorithms that draw inspiration from neuroscience to advance machine learning techniques
• Investigate neural representations and dynamics to inform the design of brain-inspired AI systems
• Perform state-of-the-art research advancing the science of Neuro-AI, bridging computational neuroscience and artificial intelligence
• Analyze neural data and develop computational models to understand brain function and translate insights to AI
• Collaborate with researchers in neuroscience and AI, as well as cross-functional partners, communicating research plans, progress, and results
• Contribute to research that can be applied to Meta product development

Minimum Qualifications

• Must obtain work authorization in France at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
• Experience with Python
• Experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
• Experience building systems based on machine learning and/or deep learning methods
• Research experience at the intersection of neuroscience and AI, including computational modeling of neural systems or brain-inspired algorithms

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated software engineer experience via an internship, work experience, coding competitions, or widely used contributions in open source repositories (e.g. GitHub)
• Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at leading workshops or conferences such as NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, Cosyne, CCN, SfN, or similar
• Demonstrated experience and experience in solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches
• Experience working and communicating cross-functionally in a team environment
• Research experience in computational neuroscience, neural data analysis, brain-computer interfaces, or cognitive modeling
• Intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship
• Experience with neural recording analysis techniques (e.g., electrophysiology, fMRI, or similar)

About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today - beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.