AI Research Scientist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 2,369,000 - 3,215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Health insurance

Professional development support

Remote-first work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an AI Research Scientist to join a distributed, fully remote research team. The role focuses on advancing AI through novel algorithms in deep learning, RL, and generative models.

You will publish and translate research into real-world applications while collaborating with top experts. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a quantitative field, has publications, and demonstrates strong Python and ML framework proficiency.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, AI, ML or related field.
• Strong publication record in reputable AI venues (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, ACL).
• Deep theoretical understanding of ML/DL and mathematics.
• Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced AI research in DL, RL, NLP, or CV.
• Develop and validate novel algorithms and models.
• Design experiments and analyze results to draw insights.
• Publish findings in top conferences/journals.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to advance AI capabilities.
• Mentor junior researchers and interns.

Skills

Python programming

ML theory

Research communication

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a brilliant AI Research Scientist to join their globally distributed, fully remote research team. This role is dedicated to pushing the frontiers of artificial intelligence, focusing on developing novel algorithms and techniques in areas such as deep learning, reinforcement learning, and generative models. You will be at the forefront of scientific inquiry, contributing to groundbreaking research that will shape the future of AI. This is a remote-first position, requiring self-discipline, a passion for discovery, and exceptional collaboration skills to work effectively with a dispersed team. The ideal candidate possesses a strong academic background, a proven track record of research contributions (publications, patents), and a deep theoretical understanding of AI principles. You will have the opportunity to publish your work, collaborate with leading experts, and translate cutting-edge research into potential real-world applications. We are looking for highly motivated individuals driven by intellectual curiosity and a desire to make a significant impact in the field of AI.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced research in artificial intelligence, focusing on areas like deep learning, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, or computer vision.
• Develop and implement novel AI algorithms and models.
• Design and execute experiments to validate research hypotheses.
• Analyze research results and draw insightful conclusions.
• Publish research findings in top-tier academic conferences and journals.
• Collaborate with other research scientists and engineers to advance AI capabilities.
• Stay abreast of the latest research trends and breakthroughs in the AI community.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property (patents).
• Mentor junior researchers and interns.
• Present research findings internally and externally.

Requirements

• PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field.
• Demonstrated research excellence with publications in reputable AI conferences/journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, ACL).
• Strong theoretical foundation in machine learning, deep learning, and related mathematical concepts.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and experience with ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with large-scale datasets and distributed computing is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Proactive and driven by a passion for scientific discovery.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and equity options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
• Professional development support, including conference attendance and training.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking AI research projects.
• Fully remote work environment with a focus on work-life balance.
• Access to state-of-the-art research tools and resources.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work culture.