AI Research Scientist

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development budget

Health benefits

Impactful AI projects

Research grants/bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an AI Research Scientist to push the boundaries of artificial intelligence from a remote hub. You will conduct foundational and applied research in deep learning, NLP, and vision, and contribute to publications and potential patents.

You will collaborate with engineers to prototype research concepts, evaluate new AI technologies, and help shape the strategic direction of our AI initiatives while working with a globally distributed team.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, AI, ML, or related field with strong publication record.
• Experience developing and experimenting with cutting-edge AI models.
• Deep understanding of theoretical ML concepts and practical implementation skills.
• Proficiency in Python and ML libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Ability to independently define research problems and drive projects to completion.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for disseminating research findings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental and applied research in AI/ML across deep learning, RL, and NLP.
• Develop novel algorithms and methodologies for complex AI challenges.
• Design and run experiments, analyze results, and interpret findings.
• Publish research findings in top-tier AI conferences and journals.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prototype research concepts for product integration.
• Explore and evaluate new AI technologies and their business potential.

Skills

Independent research

Communication skills

Experiment design

Publication mindset

Education

PhD in Computer Science, AI, ML or related field

Tools

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a pioneering AI Research Scientist to push the boundaries of artificial intelligence from their hub in George. This role involves conducting groundbreaking research in areas such as deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision, aiming to develop next-generation AI technologies. You will contribute to scientific publications, patent applications, and the strategic direction of the company's AI initiatives. This is an ideal opportunity for a highly motivated researcher who is passionate about discovery and eager to make significant contributions to the field of AI, working remotely with a globally distributed team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental and applied research in AI/ML, focusing on areas like deep learning, reinforcement learning, or NLP.
• Develop novel algorithms and methodologies to address complex AI challenges.
• Design and execute experiments, analyze results, and interpret findings to advance research objectives.
• Publish research findings in top-tier AI conferences and journals.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prototype and validate research concepts for potential product integration.
• Explore and evaluate new AI technologies and their potential applications for the business.

Requirements

• PhD in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or a closely related field with a strong publication record.
• Proven experience in developing and experimenting with cutting-edge AI models.
• Deep understanding of theoretical ML concepts and practical implementation skills.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python and ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Ability to independently define research problems and drive projects to completion.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for disseminating research findings.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for research grants or bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility in working hours.
• Generous professional development budget for conferences, workshops, and learning resources.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on highly impactful, future-defining AI research projects.
• Collaborative environment with leading experts in the field of AI.