Research Associate - AI

Keyword Studios; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Research Associate, where you'll play a crucial role in enhancing AI engines through data collection and quality improvement. This dynamic position emphasizes collaboration in a fast-paced environment, requiring strong writing and research skills to create effective prompts for generative AI models. You'll have the opportunity to work on various client projects, fine-tune AI training, and contribute to process improvements. With a focus on career advancement, this role is perfect for those who thrive in a problem-solving atmosphere and are eager to learn new technologies. If you're ready to make an impact in the AI field, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401k (3% matching)

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Math, or Cognitive Science is required.
• Strong writing, research, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in a fast-paced environment on AI training projects.
• Generate prompts and responses for generative AI models.

Skills

Research Skills

Writing Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

College Degree in Computer Science

Math and Statistics

Cognitive Science

Tools

Slack

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Work Location: USA Remote

Work Hours: M - F, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Pay Rate: $22 - $27/hr DOE and location

The Research Associate is a non-traditional role in which you will work on our data collection and quality team focusing on the improvement of an AI engine.

In addition to an ability to write clearly and concisely, successful Research Associates must be able to tailor their writing style to each assignment’s requirements, possess solid research skills, and be able to quickly paraphrase their findings. You will also evaluate Large Language Model (LLM) prompts written by others.

The ideal candidates will have a solid ability to focus on efficiency and problem-solving, and excellent writing and reading comprehension skills, including experience in creating and composing text within a specified amount of time.

This role provides opportunities for career advancement.

What You'll Achieve (Responsibilities):

• Work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Work on various client projects to train generative AI models, by creating prompts and responses based on the instructions provided and established best practices for quality prompts
• Given examples, generate similar prompts and responses
• Execute different Use Cases collecting Data in support of the AI engine
• Fine-tune AI training prompts for more consistent results
• Work with a small team of Data Specialists in annotation and labeling projects
• Engage and assist in regular team training
• Help identify areas for process improvements
• Assist in documenting processes
• Provide quantitative and qualitative feedback
• Provide feedback on tools being used and on potential alternatives
• Use a variety of communication channels such as Slack, Teams, and SharePoint to learn about new projects, collaborate with your team, and ask questions
• Learn new software programs on the job
• Provide supporting documentation when the AI fails

Requirements:

• A candidate with a college degree in Computer Science, Math and Statistics, or Cognitive Science.
• Preferred prior work experience or college studies in AI
• Process-oriented, focused on problem-solving, an effective communicator, efficient, and highly organized, with strong attention to detail
• An ability to learn, document, and work with the team on new technologies and processes
• Ability to gain new skills and knowledge through hands-on experience
• Experience in assisting in system troubleshooting & finding resolutions
• Keen eye for detail
• Strong Communication Skills (Oral and Written)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Strong time management skills
• Exemplify the quality of doing a "get it done attitude," including a high level of accountability, transparency, and teamwork first & foremost

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (including sick days and holidays)
• 401k (3% matching)
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits