Senior AI Research Scientist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Conference support

Health benefits

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a visionary Senior AI Research Scientist to lead groundbreaking AI research, explore novel methods, and publish in top venues.

You will drive theoretical and applied studies, collaborate with engineers to translate breakthroughs into practical AI solutions, and contribute to IP.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in CS/AI/ML, 6+ years of research experience, and a strong record of high-impact publications and independent leadership.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, AI, ML or related field.
• 6+ years of extensive AI/ML research with a strong publication record.
• Deep theoretical understanding of ML and DL.
• Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental and applied AI research (DL, RL, generative models).
• Develop novel algorithms and techniques to solve AI challenges.
• Design and run experiments, analyze results, and document findings.
• Publish research papers in leading AI conferences and journals.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to translate research breakthroughs into practical AI solutions.

Skills

Research leadership

AI theory

Publications

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Computer Science / AI / ML

Tools

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Senior AI Research Scientist to spearhead groundbreaking research initiatives within their advanced AI lab in Stellenbosch. This role is pivotal in driving innovation, exploring novel AI methodologies, and developing next-generation artificial intelligence capabilities. You will conduct theoretical and applied research, publish findings in top-tier conferences and journals, and contribute to the intellectual property of the company. Ideal candidates possess a deep theoretical understanding of AI and a proven track record of pushing the boundaries of the field, working within a highly collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment dedicated to scientific discovery and technological advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental and applied research in cutting-edge AI domains (e.g., deep learning, reinforcement learning, generative models).
• Develop novel algorithms and techniques to solve complex AI challenges.
• Design and execute research experiments, analyze results, and document findings rigorously.
• Publish research papers in leading AI conferences and journals, and present findings internally and externally.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to translate research breakthroughs into practical AI solutions.

Requirements

• PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• 6+ years of extensive research experience in AI/ML, with a strong publication record.
• Deep theoretical understanding of machine learning, deep learning, and related fields.
• Proficiency in programming languages (Python) and ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Proven ability to conceptualize, execute, and lead complex research projects independently.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and equity options.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of AI research.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Support for attending major research conferences and workshops.
• An intellectually stimulating research environment in Stellenbosch.