Research Scientists

Polymathic Ai; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Polymathic AI in New York City is seeking a full-time Research Scientist to build next-generation foundation models for science at NYU CDS. You will conduct cutting-edge research, develop large-scale deep learning models, and collaborate with ML experts and domain scientists to push the frontiers of AI for science.

The role is on-site at NYU’s Center for Data Science, with an initial one-year appointment and potential for extension.

Qualifications

• PhD in ML/CS/engineering or related field required.
• Experience with large AI models and scientific domains preferred.
• Proficiency in Python with ML frameworks (PyTorch or JAX).

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research at the intersection of AI and science.
• Develop large-scale deep learning models for scientific discovery.
• Collaborate with ML researchers, domain scientists and AI experts.
• Contribute to interpretable and high-performing AI models.
• Mentor students, postdocs and other researchers.

Skills

Python

PyTorch

JAX

HPC

GPU

Education

Ph.D. in machine learning, computer science, engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

Location

New York, NY

Open Date

Feb 26, 2025

Description

Join Polymathic AI: Pioneering the Future of AI-Driven Scientific Discovery!

Polymathic AI is looking for full-time Research Scientists to join our team in building next-generation Foundation Models for Science at NYU CDS. Recent breakthroughs in Large Language Models and diffusion-based generative models have propelled AI into new frontiers. At Polymathic AI, we are harnessing these advances to develop powerful, interpretable AI models with transformative applications across scientific disciplines—from astrophysics and biology to solar physics and material sciences.

As part of our team, you'll collaborate with leading researchers from diverse scientific domains, pushing the boundaries of AI to solve some of the most pressing scientific challenges. With access to competitive computational resources, we offer an exciting multidisciplinary environment where machine learning meets real-world scientific impact.

What You’ll Do:

Conduct cutting-edge research at the intersection of AI and science

Develop large-scale deep learning models for scientific discovery

Work closely with experts in machine learning, domain sciences, and AI

Contribute to the development of interpretable and high-performing AI models

Develop and train large AI models for science

Collaborate and/or mentor other students, postdocs, Software Engineers, Research Analysts and Research Scientists.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the full-time annual compensation range for the Research Scientist level is $120,000 - $250,000 depending on experience.

Why Join Us?

Collaborate with a world-class, interdisciplinary team

Access state-of-the-art compute capabilities for large-model training

Be part of a mission to redefine how AI advances scientific understanding

This full-time, fixed-term position is based on-site at NYU’s Center for Data Science in New York City, with an initial one-year appointment and potential for extension.

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of AI for science, we’d love to hear from you!

Deadline

• Applications will be reviewed starting April 2, 2025 and we will fill the positions on a rolling basis. Earlier applications are strongly encouraged.

Qualifications

• Education: Ph.D. in machine learning, computer science, engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience:

Expertise in developing and training large AI models is preferred

Research expertise in one major area of computational science is preferred.

Proficiency in Python and either PyTorch or JAX

Experience with HPC, GPU is preferred

Related Skills and Other Requirements

Ability to collaborate on multidisciplinary research in a collegial environment

Ability to lead, develop and contribute to projects

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Technical and scientific curiosity

Professional communication skills

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