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Postdoctoral Scientist - Svendsen Lab - Regenerative Medicine Institute (Onsite)
Cedars-Sinai 4.8
Associate scientist job in Fresno, CA
Postdoctoral Scientist - Svendsen Lab - Regenerative Medicine Institute (Onsite) at CEDARS-SINAI summary:
The Postdoctoral Scientist at Cedars-Sinai's Svendsen Lab conducts independent and collaborative research focused on neurodegenerative diseases using stem cell technologies. Responsibilities include designing and performing experiments, data analysis, maintaining laboratory equipment, and contributing to scientific publications and presentations. The role requires a doctorate degree and strong technical and communication skills in a specialized biomedical research environment.
Job Description
The Svendsen Lab at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Regenerative Medicine Institute is looking for a Postdoctoral Scientist to join the team!
When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of happiness, passion, and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it's just one of the many reasons why we rank as one of the top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research?
The mission of the Svendsen Laboratory is to study neurodegenerative diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Huntington's disease (HD), spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), Parkinson's disease (PD), and Allan-Herndon-Dudley syndrome (AHDS) using stem cells as a disease treatment, as well as a tool for modeling these diseases in vitro. Clive Svendsen, PhD, has significant experience in studying these diseases over the last twenty years and is merging his experience with the use of groundbreaking technologies, such as inducible pluripotent stem cells (iPSC cells). To learn more, please visit Svendsen Research Lab | Cedars-Sinai (cedars-sinai.edu).
The Postdoctoral Scientist works independently but in close cooperation and consultation with the Principal Investigator and other Research Scientists. The incumbent will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout training period. May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols. Analyzes and interprets data.
Please note that this position is onsite.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:
May assist in the preparation of grant proposals, but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author.
Designs and performs experiments. Will keep appropriate experimental records and documentation and analyze the results with the Principal Investigator.
Analyzes interpret, summarizes, and compiles data.
Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as they pertain directly to research being performed.
Qualifications
Education:
• Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in the area directly related to the field of research specialization.
Experience and Skills:
Acquires thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during one to fiveyear post-doctoral appointment.
Works independently on research projects designed by a mentor (typically the PI) within area of specialization.
Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection, analysis, operation, and maintenance of specialized equipment.
Scheduling flexibility including evening, weekend, and holiday rotation commitments may be necessary. Travel may be required.
Function efficiently and cooperatively with a team of faculty, research associates, technicians, and students.
Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of specialized equipment.
About UsCedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
About the TeamCedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.
Req ID : 13004
Working Title : Postdoctoral Scientist - Svendsen Lab - Regenerative Medicine Institute (Onsite)
Department : Research - RMI
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Academic / Research
Job Specialty : Postdoctoral Scholar
Overtime Status : EXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $62,400.00 - $93,600.00
Keywords:
postdoctoral scientist, regenerative medicine, neurodegenerative diseases, stem cells, medical research, laboratory experiments, data analysis, iPSC, scientific publications, Cedars-Sinai
$62.4k-93.6k yearly 1d ago
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Applied Scientist: Causal AI for Enterprise Marketing
Mxv
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
A leading AI science company in San Francisco is seeking an Applied Scientist to tackle complex marketing measurement challenges. The role involves designing innovative algorithms and collaborating with clients to ensure accuracy at scale. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in research code and a strong mathematical background, including causal inference. The compensation ranges from $235K to $258K, with equity offers and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic startup environment.
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$235k-258k yearly 4d ago
Research Scientist
Martian 3.9
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
### As a research scientist with Martian, you will develop new techniques to understand how AI models work. This work will focus on exploring and improving a technique we call “model mapping”: converting transformers into more interpretable representations (such as programs). We are looking for people who can develop and scale up methods for making transformers more interpretable through model mapping and then understanding the transformers in the new domain we map to. Full details can be found here.
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$138k-219k yearly est. 3d ago
AI Robotics Research Scientist
Nimble 3.9
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
Nimble is an AI robotics company building the autonomous supply chain to enable fast, efficient, and sustainable commerce. We're developing a general-purpose robot AI and a warehouse generalist superhumanoid robot, the first robot in the world capable of performing all core warehouse functions. We recently closed a $106M Series C at a $1B valuation, and we are continuing to grow our world‑class team.
Mission: to empower and inspire mankind to accomplish legendary feats by inventing robots that liberate us from the menial.
Vision: invent the Autonomous Supply Chain - everything from the inside of factories and warehouses to your front door - powered by industry‑generalist superhumanoids to deliver faster, more efficient, and more sustainable commerce.
Our founding team comes from the AI labs at Stanford and Carnegie Mellon and our board of directors include famed robotics and AI legends including Marc Raibert (founder of Boston Dynamics), Sebastian Thrun (founder of GoogleX, Waymo; Stanford Professor and considered the father of autonomous vehicles) and Fei‑Fei Li (Chief Scientist of AI at Google and Director of Stanford's AI Lab).
Join us and leave your mark on the future of robotics, AI, and global commerce.
Why Join Nimble?
At Nimble, we are committed to building legendary products, a legendary team, and a legendary legacy. Join us and become part of an ambitious, humble, and resourceful culture where your work will leave a lasting impact on the future of robotics and commerce.
Nimble's Core Values:
Be relentlessly resourceful - Challenge conventions and overcome obstacles.
Be legendary - Be the very best and do work that inspires.
Be humble - Prioritize growth, learning, and doing whatever is needed to further the mission.
Be dependable - Take ownership and deliver with high agency.
The Role
Nimble is looking for an AI Robotics Research Scientist to help us advance our robotics moonshot by designing, developing, training, and implementing robotic foundation models, Vision‑Language‑Action Models, general‑purpose robotic AI models, and reinforcement learning algorithms controlling multi‑agent robot fleets.
You will play a critical role in working with our all‑star cross‑functional team to build models with immediate applications for the world's biggest robotics opportunity.
Responsibilities
Develop and train diffusion policies, VLMs, multi‑agent deep RL policies and more
Develop data collection pipelines
Design data annotation and labeling
Support implementation of models into production systems
Qualifications
P.h.D in Robotics or Computer Science
Experience training deep learning models for robotic manipulation or mobility
Experience working with real robotic hardware
Experience training models in simulation and developing simulation environments
Experience collecting custom datasets
Experience training on open‑source datasets
Strong track record of publishing papers and/or deploying real‑world applications
Experience with system architecture, design and development
Additional Requirements
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Must be able to work in San Francisco
$180,000 - $250,000 a year
The above range is the salary range. This position will also receive generous equity for this position.
Culture
We embrace challenges and strive to make the impossible possible each day. We're not in this to do what's easy or to be mediocre. We want to create something legendary and leave our mark on the world. We're ambitious, we're gritty, we're humble and we're relentlessly resourceful in pursuit of our goals. If this sounds like you then you might be a great fit!
Nimble Robotics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions based solely on merit. We provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local laws.
Nimble's Benefits
Paid Time Off
Enjoy the time you need to travel, rejuvenate, and connect with friends and family.
Health Insurance
Nimble provides medical, dental, and vision insurance through several premier plans and options to support you and your family.
Paid Parental Leave
Enjoy paid bonding time following a birth.
Commuter Benefits
Take the stress out of commuting with access to fully-paid parking spots.
Referral Bonus
Get a cash bonus for any friend or colleague that you refer to us that we end up hiring.
401k
Contribute towards a 401k for retirement planning.
Equity
Be an owner in Nimble through our equity program.
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$180k-250k yearly 1d ago
Basic Life Research Scientist (3 Year Fixed Term)
Stanford University 4.5
Associate scientist job in Stanford, CA
The Basic Life Research Scientist at Stanford University conducts advanced experimental and computational research to study protein-RNA interactions at scale, integrating high-throughput sequencing with machine learning methods. This role involves designing and optimizing experimental protocols, analyzing data, preparing scientific reports, and mentoring junior lab members within a collaborative and inclusive environment. The position contributes to innovative genomic research with the goal of advancing knowledge in molecular biology and improving human health outcomes.
The Department of Genetics at Stanford University is a leading center for genomic research, dedicated to understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying human health and disease. Our department brings together world-class faculty and researchers who develop and employ cutting-edge technologies -from molecular to computational approaches- to tackle fundamental questions in genetics. We foster a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment that bridges basic science with clinical applications, training the next generation of geneticists while pursuing discoveries that translate into improved human health outcomes. Our mission emphasizes scientific excellence, innovation, and the responsible application of genetic knowledge to benefit society. We are committed to building an inclusive scientific community that values the contributions of all our members to our research programs.
The Cox laboratory at Stanford University School of Medicine seeks a full-time staff research scientist to accelerate the development of novel technologies for probing protein-RNA interactions at scale. Our laboratory aims to solve the fundamental challenge of predicting protein-RNA complex structures directly from sequence by integrating high-throughput experimental data with machine learning methods. The successful candidate will focus primarily on developing and implementing the experimental technologies that enable these large-scale measurements. More information about the lab can be .
In this role, you will perform professional research in support of our scientific mission. You will contribute to developing research goals for the laboratory, work collaboratively with the Lab Head to determine optimal research methods, and independently perform scientific procedures requiring professional judgment. Additional responsibilities include interpreting experimental results, reviewing pertinent literature, and preparing research reports for presentation and publication.
What we provide:
Basic science research projects with potential for broad and sustained impact on pressing biomedical problems
Training in cutting-edge experimental and computational methods in molecular biology and biochemistry, including high-throughput sequencing
A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive research environment
Opportunities for authorship on research publications
A team committed to continuous learning and scientific collaboration
Membership in Stanford's vibrant scientific communities across the Department of Genetics, School of Medicine, and broader university
CORE DUTIES:
Research & Technical Development:
Design, develop, and perform specialized experimental procedures for protein-RNA interaction studies, including high-throughput sequencing-based assays
Identify methodological challenges in research protocols and implement innovative solutions to optimize experimental outcomes
Evaluate emerging technologies and lead the integration of new methodologies into laboratory workflows
Troubleshoot complex experimental systems and maintain laboratory instrumentation
Organize experimental data
Data Analysis & Reporting:
• Prepare comprehensive research reports, manuscripts, and presentations for scientific meetings and publication
• Collaborate on data visualization and statistical analysis to support research conclusions
Laboratory Leadership & Management:
Develop and implement short- and long-term research strategies in collaboration with the Lab Head
Train and mentor junior laboratory members in experimental techniques and data analysis methods
Oversee laboratory operations including supply management, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols
Prepare specifications for specialized equipment and coordinate procurement of some research supplies
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. in biochemistry, molecular biology, structural biology, genetics, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated experience with protein purification, nucleic acid biochemistry, and next-generation sequencing technologies
Strong technical proficiency combined with scientific creativity and collaborative skills
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to team-based research goals
Ability to develop innovative processes to achieve goals. Directs others to develop essential tasks. Reviews work activities to determine where new information could improve processes or move projects forward
Ability to write and prepare reports or manuscripts for presentation to large audiences.
Experience mentoring and training junior researchers
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative research environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with biochemical assays for protein-nucleic acid interactions
Familiarity with computational analysis of next-generation DNA sequencing data
Prior experience in technology development or method optimization
Track record of scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals
Physical Requirements:
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).
Please Note:
• This job description sets forth the job's principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however.
• Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, current CV, publication list and the contact information for at least 3 references with their application.
The expected pay range for this position is $75,000 to $96,000 per annum.
Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years since their applicable education, field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal equity; among other factors.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research mission.
Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years since their applicable education, field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal equity; among other factors.
Keywords:
protein-RNA interaction, genomic research, high-throughput sequencing, molecular biology, machine learning, biochemistry, structural biology, experimental design, data analysis, scientific publication
A technology firm specializing in neuroscience is seeking a Research Scientist focused on rodent behavior and neural imaging. The ideal candidate will design experiments, analyze neural data, and translate findings to human studies. Candidates should hold a PhD or postdoc in relevant fields and demonstrate proficiency in ultrasound neuromodulation techniques. This role is critical for advancing non-invasive brain research.
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$104k-165k yearly est. 5d ago
Research Scientist, Long Video Generation
Hedra, Inc.
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
About Hedra
Hedra is a pioneering generative media company backed by top investors at Index, A16Z, and Abstract Ventures. We're building Hedra Studio, a multimodal creation platform capable of control, emotion, and creative intelligence.
At the core of Hedra Studio is our Character-3 foundation model, the first omnimodal model in production. Character-3 jointly reasons across image, text, and audio for more intelligent video generation - it's the next evolution of AI-driven content creation.
At Hedra, we're a team of hard-working, passionate individuals seeking to fundamentally change content creation and build a generational company together. We value startup energy, initiative, and the ability to turn bold ideas into real products. Our team is fully in-person in SF/NY with a shared love for whiteboard problem-solving.
Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist to push the limits of long-form video generation, with a focus on auto-regressive modeling, causal attention mechanisms, and efficient sequence handling. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of temporal modeling in generative AI and experience building scalable architectures for multi-minute coherent video outputs.
Responsibilities
Design and implement long video generation architectures, with emphasis on auto-regressive generation, causal attention, and memory-efficient transformer designs.
Develop methods for maintaining temporal and semantic coherence over long time horizons.
Work closely with engineering to integrate research into production-grade pipelines.
Stay on top of recent advances in long-context transformers, sequence compression, and scalable video generation.
Present results internally and externally, including possible top-tier conference submissions.
Qualifications
PhD or strong research/industry experience in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related fields, with a focus on sequence modeling or generative models.
Deep understanding of transformer architectures, attention mechanisms, and auto-regressive modeling.
Experience with long-context processing and memory-efficient computation.
Proficiency in Python and PyTorch; ability to rapidly prototype and iterate on new architectures.
A record of impactful research or large-scale system deployments.
Benefits
Competitive compensation + equity
401k (no match)
Healthcare (Silver PPO Medical, Vision, Dental)
Lunch and snacks at the office
We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement - we value curiosity, creativity, and the drive to solve hard problems.
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$95k-160k yearly est. 5d ago
AI Security Research Scientist - Red Team & LLM Guardrails
Virtue Ai
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
A pioneering AI security company located in San Francisco is seeking a Research Scientist to develop and enhance cutting-edge agent and machine learning security techniques. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Python and various LLM libraries, with a passion for innovation in a fast-paced startup environment. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking AI solutions.
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$95k-160k yearly est. 3d ago
AI Research Scientist
Menlo Ventures
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
About Chai Discovery
Chai Discovery is unlocking new biology with artificial intelligence by building state-of-the-art foundation models. The company is operating in stealth mode by a highly experienced founding team, who are well known in the AI community for seminal research accomplishments at top AI labs, have run AI departments at top AI x Biology organizations, have exited a past company via IPO, and sold AI technologies to multiple top 10 pharma companies. The company is backed with significant capital by top-tier investors.
Position Overview
Chai Discovery is seeking a highly experienced AI Research Scientist to play a crucial role in the development of our next-generation AI x biology foundation models and application to real‑world drug discovery challenges. The AI Research Scientist will work closely with the founding team to design and implement AI‑powered solutions to complex problems in the drug discovery pipeline.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and evaluate novel AI models tailored for drug discovery applications, such as protein design and small molecule discovery.
Manage and lead large‑scale machine learning research projects, ensuring they align with business goals.
Scale our models on massive datasets in a distributed fashion across many GPU nodes.
Develop innovative new techniques focused on large‑scale models for biomolecular design.
Develop robust and scalable AI pipelines to process, analyze, and interpret large‑scale biological and chemical datasets.
Stay updated on the latest advancements in AI research and bioengineering, communicate insights to the broader team, and incorporate relevant techniques into the company's research agenda.
Work closely with software engineers to integrate AI models into production systems, platforms, and front‑end applications.
Support customers on the deployment of our systems into real‑world drug discovery workflows.
Participate in writing research papers, patent applications, and case studies.
Qualifications
Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on deep learning model development, with expertise in PyTorch, JAX or Tensorflow.
Strong foundation in machine learning, deep learning, and AI algorithms.
Demonstrated ability to independently lead research projects, for example by publishing research at top conferences or serving as a staff+ engineer in top industry functions.
Previous experience applying AI to biomolecular data is a plus.
Experience managing technical teams or leading complex technical projects is a plus.
What We Offer
Highly engaging work at the frontier of AI‑driven drug discovery that will fundamentally change how new drugs are created.
Opportunity to work with world‑renowned leaders in the AI x biology ecosystem who have created some of the most impactful advancements to date and led highly successful technology careers.
Highly competitive salary
Highly competitive equity package
Healthcare and wellness benefits
Continuous learning and career growth opportunities
Collaborative and supportive startup culture
A high‑energy team who are guided by our mission to increase the efficiency of creating new medicines and positively impact millions of lives.
Chai Discovery, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
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$95k-160k yearly est. 2d ago
Behavioral Research Scientist ($140,000-$160,000 + Equity) at VC-backed AI simulation platform
Jack & Jill/External ATS
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
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Behavioral Research Scientist
Salary: $140,000-$160,000 + Equity
Company Description: VC-backed AI simulation platform
Job Description:
Shape the cognitive and behavioral foundations of AI agents for a cutting‑edge simulation engine. This role involves applying scientific depth to model decision‑making, attention, and heuristics, impacting how next‑generation digital products are designed. Join a team at the intersection of AI, behavioral science, and product experimentation, bringing real‑world impact to scalable systems.
Location: San Francisco, USA
Why this role is remarkable:
Join a team creating category‑defining technology, building the simulation layer for adaptive software.
Backed by top‑tier VCs and product/engineering leaders from leading tech companies.
Apply deep behavioral science and cutting‑edge AI to solve complex product challenges with immediate impact.
What you will do:
Ground AI agents in validated behavioral and cognitive frameworks, modeling human decision‑making.
Translate behavioral theories into practical agent architectures, defining user clusters and personas.
Design and analyze in silico experiments to test agent responses and benchmark simulation realism.
The ideal candidate:
PhD or postdoc in Cognitive Science, Behavioral Economics, Psychology, or HCI.
Proven experience conducting original research on decision‑making or behavioral modeling in digital contexts.
Passionate about applying rigorous scientific research to real‑world, impactful AI systems.
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$140k-160k yearly 2d ago
ML Research Scientist - Quantum Accelerated Generative Models
Sygaldry Technologies
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
About Sygaldry
Sygaldry Technologies is building quantum-accelerated AI servers to exponentially speed up training and inference for AI. By integrating quantum and AI, we're accelerating the path to superintelligence, and engineering the conditions for it to scale efficiently and operate affordably. Sygaldry AI servers combine multiple qubit types within a single, fault-tolerant architecture to deliver the combination of cost, scale, and speed necessary for advanced AI applications. We pioneer new domains in physics, engineering, and AI, tackling the hardest challenges with a grounded, optimistic, and rigorous culture. We're looking for individuals ready to define the intersection of quantum and AI and drive its profound global impact.
About the Role
Generative AI is transforming what's computationally possible-but it's also exposing the limits of classical hardware. Diffusion models produce extraordinary results, yet their iterative sampling and high-dimensional score estimation create computational bottlenecks that scale poorly.
We believe quantum computing offers a path through these bottlenecks. As an ML Research Scientist, you'll work at the frontier of generative modeling and quantum acceleration, developing the theoretical foundations and practical implementations that connect these fields. You'll identify where quantum approaches can provide genuine advantage in generative workflows-not incremental improvements, but structural speedups rooted in the mathematics of these models.
What You'll Work On
Generative Model Architecture & Efficiency
Advance state-of-the-art diffusion and score-based generative models
Analyze computational bottlenecks in sampling, denoising, and likelihood estimation
Develop and benchmark novel solver methods for diffusion ODEs/SDEs
Quantum-Classical Integration
Identify mathematical structures in generative models amenable to quantum speedup
Prototype hybrid workflows where quantum subroutines accelerate classical pipelines
Rigorously benchmark theoretical versus practical advantage in realistic workloads
Research to Production
Translate research insights into scalable implementations
Collaborate with quantum hardware teams to inform architecture requirements
Build systems that make quantum-accelerated generation accessible to practitioners
You May Be a Good Fit If You
Have deep expertise in diffusion probabilistic models, score matching, or related generative methods
Understand the mathematical foundations: SDEs, ODEs, Langevin dynamics, probability flow
Are experienced with ML frameworks (PyTorch, JAX) and efficient inference implementation
Question assumptions and validate with rigor, following interesting threads wherever they lead
Communicate complex ideas clearly across research communities
Are excited to work on problems no one has solved before
Strong Candidates May Have
Published research on diffusion models, score-based generation, or neural ODE/SDE methods
Experience optimizing sampling efficiency (DDIM, DPM-Solver, consistency models, etc.)
Familiarity with numerical methods for differential equations
Understanding of quantum algorithms and computational complexity
Background in high-dimensional probability or stochastic processes
Why This Matters
Your work accelerates the path to quantum superintelligence. Each quantum component integrated, each AI model enhanced, each instruction set optimized brings us closer to a future where intelligence and quantum mechanics are inextricably intertwined. We're not building incremental improvements - we're creating exponential transformations that will make AI more affordable, sustainable, personalized, and fundamentally more capable.
How We're Different
We're building the infrastructure for quantum superintelligence and pioneering new domains at the intersection of physics, engineering, and AI. At Sygaldry, curiosity and intellectual courage drive our work. We approach ambitious challenges with a grounded, optimistic, and rigorous culture and know that kind people build the strongest teams. We prioritize mission over ego and collaborate openly with a strong sense of shared purpose. We dream big, yet we execute with a love of detail. We're looking for scientists, engineers, and operators to forge new paths with us at the intersection of quantum and AI.
Culture & Benefits
Visa Sponsorship - We know what it takes to make top talent thrive here. We're open to supporting visas whenever possible.
Compensation - We value your contribution and invest in your future with a competitive salary and meaningful equity.
Benefits - Your well-being matters. We provide company-sponsored health coverage to give you and your family peace of mind.
Connection - Whether it's company offsite or casual crew socials, we make time to connect, recharge, and have fun together.
Time Off - We trust you to take the time you need. Unlimited PTO so you can rest, recharge, and come back ready to make an impact.
We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.
We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification. If you don't think this role is right for you, but you believe that you would have something meaningful to to contribute to our mission, please reach out at **********************
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$95k-160k yearly est. 4d ago
Research Scientist
Openai 4.2
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
By applying to this role, you will be considered for Research Scientist roles across all teams at OpenAI. About The Role As a Research Scientist here, you will develop innovative machine learning techniques and advance the research agenda of the team you work on, while also collaborating with peers across the organization. We are looking for people who want to discover simple, generalizable ideas that work well even at large scale, and form part of a broader research vision that unifies the entire company.
We Expect You To
Have a track record of coming up with new ideas or improving upon existing ideas in machine learning, demonstrated by accomplishments such as first author publications or projects.
Possess the ability to own and pursue a research agenda, including choosing impactful research problems and autonomously carrying out long-running projects.
Be excited about OpenAI's approach to research.
Nice To Have
Interested in and thoughtful about the impacts of AI technology.
Past experience in creating high-performance implementations of deep learning algorithms.
About OpenAI
OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core, and to achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity.
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$106k-174k yearly est. 3d ago
Foundational AI Scientist (LLMs)
Aldea Inc. 3.9
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
An innovative AI startup in San Francisco is looking for a Foundational AI Research Scientist to pioneer next-generation large-language-model architectures. Ideal candidates will have a deep understanding of sequence modeling architectures, expertise in PyTorch, and experience in pre-training large language models. Join a dynamic team to help shape the future of intelligent human-machine interfaces.
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$48k-73k yearly est. 5d ago
Lead Biologics Scientist: Protein Engineering & Antibody Design
MSD Malaysia
Associate scientist job in San Diego, CA
A global healthcare company based in San Diego is looking for an experienced scientist to lead biologics discovery and development. This role involves working cross-functionally with Immunology teams and external partners to innovate therapeutics focusing on antibodies and multicentric projects. Candidates should possess a strong background in protein therapeutics with respective educational qualifications and experience. A commitment to diversity and inclusion within the workplace is essential.
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$69k-114k yearly est. 3d ago
Senior AI Researcher: Foundation Models for Earth Data
Hum 3.8
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
A cutting-edge AI startup is seeking an experienced AI Researcher to drive innovative research in generative AI and build multimodal foundation models. Ideally located in San Francisco, the candidate will require a PhD and 5+ years in the field. Responsibilities include designing and implementing models, conducting independent research, and publishing findings. This role is central to advancing AI for earth observation and creating a positive impact.
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$85k-122k yearly est. 5d ago
Research Scientist in the Center for Brain and Health - Drs Bas Rokers and Kartik Sreenivasan
New River Community College 3.7
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
The Center for Brain and Health (CBH) at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is seeking a Research Scientist to explore scientific questions related to an in-progress normative brain database. The research scientist will be a key member of a multidisciplinary team responsible for collection of multimodal brain data, including MR imaging, MEG, EEG, and eye tracking. The tentpole of the CBH is the first normative brain database in the region, featuring structural, functional, diffusion MRI, behavioral and health measures, genetic information, and lifestyle questionnaires.
The anticipated appointment start date is May 1, 2026, with a guaranteed term of 18 months and the possibility of renewal based on performance.
Responsibilities
Explore scientific questions related to the normative brain database.
Conduct data collection and processing of multimodal MR imaging, MEG, EEG, and eye tracking.
Apply big‑data analysis techniques and advanced computational methods to brain imaging data.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary research team.
Contribute to peer‑reviewed publications and scientific communication.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, MR Physics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
Postdoctoral experience or an equivalent level of experience preferred.
Extensive experience with multimodal MRI, including functional, structural, and tractography methods.
Proficiency in big‑data analysis techniques.
Experience with other large brain databases preferred.
Strong computational skills and a solid publication record.
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits.
Housing allowance.
Other benefits as specified in the employment terms.
Application Instructions
Cover letter.
Curriculum vitae with a full publication list.
Transcript.
Statement of research interests.
Three representative publications.
Three letters of reference.
All materials must be submitted in PDF format. Applications are accepted immediately; please submit through the NYUAD careers page at ************************************************************* For questions, contact ************** or **************************.
UAE nationals are encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
Sustainability Statement
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and achieve carbon neutrality by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability.
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$101k-126k yearly est. 2d ago
Research Scientist - SPEC
Edeniq 4.3
Associate scientist job in Visalia, CA
TITLE: Research Scientist
EXEMPT OR NON-EXEMPT: Exempt
FULL- OR PART-TIME: Full-time
PAY RANGE: $90,000 - $125,000 + bonuses
REPORTS TO: Technical Director or as otherwise assigned.
The Research Scientist will typically report to the Technical Director but may report to another member of Technology Management, as required. The Research Scientist is responsible for completing assigned research projects focused on the development of quantitative analytical chemistry techniques in support of Edeniq's business objectives including experimental design and conduct, data analysis, generation of meaningful conclusions and recommendations, and timely report writing. Responsibilities will also include conception and design of research projects and objectives, as well as supporting Edeniq Management in the development of technology strategy. Supervision of one or more Support Staff can be expected. Direct support of Company Intellectual Property development can also be expected. The Research Scientist will have a strong personal commitment to safety and be able to succeed in a fast-paced collaborative environment.
EXPECTATIONS OF ALL EMPLOYEES:
All employees of Edeniq, Inc. (“Edeniq” or the “Company”) must adhere to and follow the policies and procedures in the Company's Employee Handbook and are required to comport themselves to other Edeniq stakeholders (the Company, fellow employees, vendors, customers and other vested Company parties) with respect, support, honesty, courteousness, and hard work-"doing what we said we would do, and doing it well.”
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Conducts and completes assigned research projects:
Defines research objectives, milestones, and timelines. Defines project resource requirements.
Writes concise research project proposals for Technical Director review and approval.
Ensures project research is conducted consistent with project objectives, milestones, and timelines. Effectively manages project resources.
Effectively communicates progress toward project objectives, milestones, and timelines to Technical Director and Company Management, as required. Recommends, when appropriate, revisions in project objectives, milestones, and timelines.
Analyzes experimental data and generates scientifically valid conclusions and recommendations, as needed, for future research.
Provides timely written reports to Company Management describing progress toward project objectives, milestones, and timelines. Provides timely final project report upon project completion.
Works with Technology and Company Management to identify and pursue Intellectual Property derived from research project results.
Supervises one or more members of Support Staff including direction of daily project activities, data review, coaching and counseling, and performance feedback.
Remains current on relevant scientific literature and intellectual property landscape. Develops and maintains competitive intelligence in relevant areas.
Directly supports Technology and Company Management in defining new research projects and potential new areas for development.
Maintains accurate lab and data records in accordance with Company policies.
Ensures a hygienic work environment, participating in lab cleanliness, organization, and other tasks. Supports and adheres to all company policies on safety, chemical hygiene, and the environment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrated ability to develop and validate novel and robust quantitative analytical chemistry methods.
Extensive knowledge of modern analytical techniques:
Chromatography (including hyphenated techniques)
Spectroscopy
Near Infrared (NIR) and Infrared (IR)
Raman
Ultraviolet and visible (UV/Vis)
Fluorescence
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)
Exceptional quantitative data analysis and computer skills:
Statistics, including working knowledge of software such as MatLab
Multivariate Data Analysis techniques such as Partial Least Squares (PLS) and Design of Experiment (DOE)
Data reduction techniques such as Principal Components Analysis (PCA)
Exposure to Machine Learning and Visualization would serve as an added recommendation
Knowledge of fermentation and carbohydrate chemistry would serve as an added recommendation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Team player with the ability and willingness to work effectively in a fast paced, collaborative environment.
Strong personal commitment to workplace safety and the environment.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field.
Minimum three (3) years' experience in a post-graduate research environment.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - LAB:
Must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodations. This position is considered light work, exerting up to 5-10 pounds of force or lifting frequently in a laboratory (and up to 30-40 pounds of lifting infrequently), and work is primarily done upright at a chest high lab counter for lengthy periods of time working with chemicals, beakers, flasks, and other lab equipment:
Physical Task
Extending hands and arms in any direction - Frequently, up to 75% of the time
Move, Traverse - Frequently move about the lab
Remain upright at lab counter - Frequently, up to 50% of the time
Apply pressure to an object with the fingers and palm - Frequently, up to 50% of the time
Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position - Frequently, up to 20% of the time
Must be able to handle various chemicals safely and follow safety policies and procedures
May handle hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals; exposed to liquids, fumes, dust, and gasses
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Salary Description $90,000 - $125,000
$90k-125k yearly 60d+ ago
Quality Control Chemist - 3rd Shift
Hydrite 4.2
Associate scientist job in Visalia, CA
are Sunday to Thursday from 11pm to 7:30am
WHO WE ARE
We are a company where people matter.
We are family driven.
We are financially strong.
And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.
BENEFITS
$1.50 Shift Premium
Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
$600 per Year Wellness Incentive
Two Weeks Starting Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, and Vision -
Eligible
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irst day of the month following hire date.
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QC Chemist - Night Shift
The primary purpose of this position is to perform required quality control analysis of incoming, manufactured, and outgoing material. Provide technical support to production and sales and ensure all Quality Assurance/Quality Control practices and procedures are followed. This position will uphold the Hydrite “Standards of Excellence” through continuous commitment to customer satisfaction, both internal and external.
Primary responsibilities include:
Perform required quality control analysis of incoming, manufactured and outgoing materials with authority to make acceptance, production adjustments or rejection decisions.
Perform instrument maintenance, calibrations, quality control checks, solution preparations and standardizations.
Maintain records accurately, neatly, legibly and completely.
Prioritize and perform daily laboratory activities to help meet production requirements.
Assist in addressing customer product complaints and returns through investigation and analysis and process laboratory portion of paperwork. Suggest corrective action.
Assure timely technical support to production in regards to manufacturing adjustments and quality issues.
Assure timely response of material acceptance/rejection decisions.
Maintain a clean and neat laboratory at all times; clean glassware.
Perform and complete analysis, projects, analytical developments and revisions of quality policies as assigned by supervisor or manager.
Communicate concerns about standard lab practices, operational concerns or problems, quality trends, continuous improvement opportunities, etc.
Promote complete customer satisfaction through quality and service to both external and internal customers.
Report food safety problems to supervisor or SQF Practitioner upon observation of a known or potential issue.
Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.
Uphold Hydrite's Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers.
Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required. Review changes/additions with your supervisor. Must be RCRA compliant.
Perform administrative duties which include the generation, distribution and filing of Certificates of Analysis.
Maintain analytical capabilities.
Manage any waste in accordance with applicable SOPs, including labeling, storage, and profiling.
Participate in HACCP Food Safety team and SQF requirements/activities.
Work with other staff members to maintain workload balances. Provide back-up support as necessary.
Support effective communication with all Hydrite departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.
REPORTING STRUCTURE
This position reports to the Quality Lab Manager.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Minimum four-year (Bachelor's) Degree in Chemistry or a related science, or equivalent experience.
Must possess good laboratory analytical skills.
Must have good presentation and interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate in English.
Must be self-motivated and initiate continuous improvement.
Ability to perform multiple tasks.
Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.
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California pay range$25-$27 USD
$25-27 hourly Auto-Apply 23d ago
Frontier Mathematical AI Research Scientist
Openai 4.2
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
A leading AI research company in San Francisco is seeking a Research Scientist in mathematical sciences to design and build AI models that tackle complex scientific problems. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience with frontier models. This position operates on a hybrid work model, valuing rigor and reproducibility in scientific research. Competitive compensation is offered.
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A leading technology company in San Francisco is seeking a research scientist focused on cell biology. The role involves developing methods for ultrasound characterization on neural tissue, conducting experiments, and translating findings to human studies. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or postdoc background and exceptional skills in neural techniques. This is an opportunity to be part of an innovative team dedicated to improving lives through technology.
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How much does an associate scientist earn in Visalia, CA?
The average associate scientist in Visalia, CA earns between $68,000 and $172,000 annually. This compares to the national average associate scientist range of $53,000 to $109,000.