Remote Senior AI Researcher

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work stipend

Generous paid time off

Conference/workshop funding

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior AI Researcher to lead pioneering research from a fully remote setup. You will explore new AI frontiers, develop novel algorithms, and publish findings in leading venues while working with a distributed global team.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD with 6+ years post-doctoral AI research experience and a strong track record of publications (NeurIPS/ICML). Excellent Python skills and experience with PyTorch/TensorFlow are required, plus the ability to work autonomously

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science/AI with post-doctoral focus in AI.
• 6+ years post-doctoral AI research experience with publications.
• Strong Python programming skills with ML framework experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent research projects in AI, ML, and related disciplines.
• Develop, prototype, and validate novel AI algorithms and methodologies.
• Author high-quality research papers for publication in top-tier conferences and journals.
• Collaborate with remote researchers and engineers through virtual channels.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the AI research roadmap.
• Mentor junior researchers and foster a culture of scientific rigor and innovation.

Skills

Python

Academic research

Independent work

Remote collaboration

Education

PhD in CS/AI

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior AI Researcher to join their fully remote team. This position offers the opportunity to conduct pioneering research in artificial intelligence from the comfort of your home office, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in the field. You will be instrumental in exploring new frontiers, developing novel algorithms, and publishing your findings in leading academic forums. The role requires a self-starter with a passion for deep investigation and a proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a distributed global team. This is an exceptional chance to shape the future of AI with significant autonomy and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead independent research projects in areas of AI, machine learning, and related disciplines.
• Develop, prototype, and validate novel AI algorithms and methodologies.
• Author high-quality research papers for publication in top-tier conferences and journals.
• Collaborate with other remote researchers and engineers through virtual channels.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the AI research roadmap.
• Mentor junior researchers and foster a culture of scientific rigor and innovation.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of post-doctoral research experience in AI.
• Exceptional publication record in major AI conferences and journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, CVPR, ACL).
• Deep expertise in one or more AI subfields (e.g., deep learning, reinforcement learning, NLP, computer vision).
• Strong programming skills (Python) and experience with ML frameworks.
• Proven ability to conduct independent research and thrive in a remote work setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive remote work benefits, including home office stipend and internet reimbursement.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for professional development, including funding for conferences and workshops.
• A truly global and collaborative remote work environment.