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About the Company We are a seed-stage AI company building the industry standard for evaluating and benchmarking large language models on real enterprise tasks. About the Role As a Research Scientist, you will develop new benchmarks, methodologies, and evaluation pipelines that shape how cutting-edge models are assessed, compared, and deployed in production environments. Your work will directly influence model selection and safety decisions across foundation model labs, high-growth AI product companies, and Fortune-scale enterprises. Responsibilities Benchmarking & Model Analysis Evaluate newly released models as they launch (e.g., Gemini, DeepSeek, etc.) Run large-scale assessment workflows using internal evaluation infrastructure Compare model performance across enterprise-grade task categories Design New Benchmarks from Scratch Identify high-value model application domains through research exploration Construct datasets, including labeling strategy and workforce coordination Write short “white-paper-style” summaries explaining benchmark purpose, method, and findings Advance Automated Evaluation Methodologies Improve systems for scoring generated text beyond standard metrics Explore research in reference-free, rubric-based, and human-aligned evaluation Develop new techniques for reliability, consistency, and repeatability Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with engineering to scale evaluation infra Partner with customers to refine evaluation relevance and task fit Influence product direction through research insights Qualifications 0-3 years post-grad experience (Master's, PhD, or equivalent applied research) Publications, preprints, or demos showing cutting-edge work Experience with diffusion models, NLP, multimodal, or benchmarking work Ability to operate independently with ambiguity Clean, maintainable research codebases Candidates from: top engineering/research universities applied AI startups well-regarded research internships Required Skills Built or contributed to a benchmark or evaluation methodology Experience in enterprise task model evaluation Stanford / top lab adjacency (per their historical hiring success) Preferred Skills Wants to publish as primary motivation Purely academic with slow timelines Big-tech culture fit concerns (Meta / Google / Salesforce specifically noted-but case-by-case) Pay range and compensation package Base Salary: up to $250K depending on background Equity: typically 0.3% - 0.5%, flexibility for exceptional candidates Rapid equity refresh possible based on impact Equal Opportunity Statement Visa sponsorship available. Relocation support. Health & dental coverage. Lunch + dinner provided, snacks & coffee. Unlimited PTO. Weekly happy hours with community guests. Team events (bowling, hiking, rock climbing, etc.). Swag program (hats, etc.). Work Environment & Culture In-person, San Francisco HQ (required). Core hours: 9-5, some teammates extend voluntarily. Most team members work 1 weekend day per week (flexible). High-ownership, low-ego, collaborative. Live demos Mondays, team lunch Thursdays, community Fridays. Early-stage pace, applied focus-not academic publishing. Tech Environment (while research-focused, exposure beneficial) Backend: Python / Django. Frontend: React + TypeScript. Infra: AWS. Evaluation frameworks + internal tooling. Why This Role Is Unique The company already collaborates with foundation model labs, high-growth AI vertical product companies, and Fortune 500 enterprises (not publicly facing). ChatGPT Vals AI $5M seed raised, runway of 2+ years at current burn. Only one research scientist is being hired-true founding impact. Opportunity to define industry standards for model trust, reliability, and certification. Positioned to become the rating agency for generative AI.

Job Title: Research scientist (Robotics, AI) Position Type: Full-Time / Permanent Salary range: $200,000/yr - $270,000/yr Job Description: We are an early-stage robotics startup working on building multi-purpose mobile robots that can do complex manipulation tasks. We are looking for a creative, skilled, and motivated research scientists to join our founding team in advancing robot manipulation capabilities. We are looking for people with proven expertise in machine learning and/or robotics. You will collaborate with a team of talented researchers and engineers, and drive ongoing innovation and technological advancements within the company. This is a full-time on-site role in Santa Clara, CA. Responsibilities: Develop new algorithms and methods for training AI models for enhancing the robot dexterity. Conduct cutting edge research across multiple disciplines (Robotics, RL/IL, control, perception, LLM, VLM, etc.). Work with large-scale ML systems and large-scale model training/fine-tuning. Design and implement state-of-the-art learning-based manipulation/navigation/control algorithms on real robots. Work with other teams to develop a diverse set of robust manipulation skills for robots. Requirements: Ph.D. degree in Robotics, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, etc., or equivalent research experience. Passionate about working with robots and building robot products. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. At least 3 years of experience conducting independent research. Deep understanding of the SOTA robot learning techniques (reinforcement learning, imitation learning, etc.) A track record of research excellence with your work published in top conferences and journals such as Science Robotics, IJRR, RSS, CoRL, ICRA, NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, etc. Proficient with Python. Proficient with deep learning libraries such as PyTorch/TensorFlow/Jax. Experience with real robot experiments. Experienced with robot simulators such as Isaac Gym/ Isaac Sim/ SAPIEN/ MuJoCo/Drake, etc. About Us: Founded in 2009, IntelliPro stands as a global leader in talent acquisition and HR solutions. Our commitment to delivering unparalleled service to clients, fostering employee growth, and building enduring partnerships sets us apart. With a dynamic presence in the USA, China, Canada, Singapore, Philippines, UK, India, Netherlands, and Germany, we continue to lead the way in global talent solutions. IntelliPro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We also ensure that all applicants have access to accommodations throughout the hiring process. Learn more at *************************** Compensation: The compensation offered will depend on various factors, including location, experience, education, and job-related skills. This role includes a competitive base salary, bonus, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility.

Title: Research Associate - Cell Image Analysis Duration: 12-18 months Part time: 20 hours weekly - flexible shift but needs to work within business hours. Hybrid - can be flexible on days that they are working in office. Job Posting Description Join an interdisciplinary team within Client CTO organization to develop cutting-edge AI image analysis software solutions. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in cell biology to: This is a part-time (50%) hybrid position based in Santa Clara, CA. Select, classify, annotate, and correct mammalian cell imaging data to support the development and improvement of AI image analysis tools. Collaborate closely with software engineers and scientists to assess tool performance and identify areas for enhancement. Assist with data transfer, organization, and tracking to ensure smooth workflow. Document and communicate findings clearly to team members through written reports and oral presentations. Preferred: B.S./B.A. in Biology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, or equivalent. Hands-on research experience in cell biology, including mammalian cell culture. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Demonstrated attention to detail. Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office. Solid data analysis capabilities and experience with Excel. Proficiency in optical microscopy or automated cell imaging of mammalian cells. Experience with MATLAB and basic scripting. Prior industrial research experience.

Title: AI Research Scientist Responsibilities: Design, execute, and analyze machine learning experiments, establishing strong baselines and selecting appropriate evaluation metrics. Stay up to date with the latest AI research; identify, adapt, and validate novel techniques for company-specific use cases. Define rigorous evaluation protocols, including offline metrics, user studies, and adversarial (red team) testing to ensure statistical soundness. Specify data and annotation requirements; develop annotation guidelines and oversee quality control processes. Collaborate closely with domain experts, product managers, and engineering teams to refine problem statements and operational constraints. Develop reusable research assets such as datasets, modular code components, evaluation suites, and comprehensive documentation. Work alongside ML Engineers to optimize training and inference pipelines, ensuring seamless integration into production systems. Contribute to academic publications and represent the company in research communities, as needed. Educational Qualifications: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field is strongly preferred. Candidates with a master's degree and exceptional research or industry experience will also be considered. Industry Experience: 3-5 years of experience in AI/ML research roles, ideally in applied or product-focused environments. Demonstrated success in delivering research-driven solutions that have been deployed in production. Experience collaborating in cross-functional teams across research, engineering, and product. Publications in top-tier AI/ML conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ACL, CVPR) are a plus. Technical Skills: Strong foundational knowledge in machine learning and deep learning algorithms. Hands-on experience with PEFT/LoRA, adapters, fine-tuning techniques, and RLHF/RLAIF (e.g., PPO, DPO, GRPO). Ability to read, implement, and adapt state-of-the-art research papers to real-world use cases. Proficiency in hypothesis-driven experimentation, ablation studies, and statistically sound evaluations. Advanced programming skills in Python (preferred), C++, or Java. Experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch, Hugging Face, NumPy, etc. Strong mathematical foundations in probability, linear algebra, and calculus. Domain expertise in one or more areas: natural language processing (NLP), symbolic reasoning, speech processing, etc. Ability to translate research insights into roadmaps, technical specifications, and product improvements. AI Research Scientist | Machine Learning | Deep Learning | Natural Language Processing | LLM | Hybrid | San Jose, CA

⚡ Research Scientists/Engineers (all levels) 🔍 Focus on Vision Data Infrastructure 🤖 Fundamental AI Research Institute 🌎 San Francisco Bay Area, USA 💸 $250,000 - $600,000 salary + annual bonus Come join one of the only research institutions globally with resources to compete with top AI companies =>10s of 1000s of GPUs to explore state-of-the-art research in LLMs, Multimodal and Agentic AI. Currently seeking AI talent with expertise in building scalable pipelines for vision data to support both image/video generative training and multi-modal alignment. You'll design high-performance pipelines for large-scale image and video datasets, enabling efficient pretraining, alignment, and simulation-based data generation. Responsibilities: Vision Data Sourcing & Curation Collect and organize image and video data from open datasets and the web. Handle data cleaning, filtering, deduplication, and metadata generation. Ensure ethical and compliant data collection at scale. Processing & Augmentation Build high-throughput pipelines for vision data preprocessing (frame extraction, resolution normalization, format conversion, latent caching). Implement GPU-accelerated augmentation and distributed data loading (WebDataset, TFRecords, Parquet). Synthetic & Simulation-Based Data Generation Use simulation tools (e.g., Unreal Engine 5, Isaac Sim, Unity) to generate high-quality synthetic vision data. Create specialized datasets for VLM training, visual reasoning, and agent interaction. Requirements: Strong experience with data engineering, computer vision, or machine learning infrastructure. Expertise in building and scaling ETL/data pipelines for large unstructured datasets. Proficiency with Python, PyTorch, and distributed data frameworks (e.g., Ray, Spark, Dask). Experience with WebDataset, TFRecords, Parquet, or similar high-throughput data formats. Familiarity with GPU-accelerated preprocessing, NVIDIA DALI, or equivalent systems. Understanding of image/video codecs, data compression, and cloud storage optimization. Preferred Experience: Prior work with simulation-based or synthetic data generation using Unreal Engine, Isaac Sim, or Unity. Experience curating datasets for multimodal or vision-language model training. Knowledge of data ethics, privacy, and compliance frameworks for large-scale AI datasets. Experience contributing to open datasets or data-centric AI research. Why apply: Opportunity to join a fast-growing core team that are already pushing AI breakthroughs Highly competitive salary package Work alongside ambitious and bright superstars from tech and academia Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Relocation package available 🌎 San Francisco Bay Area, USA 📧 Interested in applying? Please click on the ‘Easy Apply' button or alternatively email me your resume at ************************

Goliath has partnered with a firm specializing in inference for AI generation (focus on AI Video). They have opened a requirement in San Francisco for a 1-2 day hybrid Research Engineer/Scientist. Role: Working with pretraining & optimizing models for video. Essential skills: BS & MS in Computer Science/ Engineering, Math, Stat, Physics or similarly related field (PhD advantageous). Extensive experience in modeling architecture for language models. Knowledge of scaling distributed training infrastructure with GPUs. Interest & current experience in VLMs/ Video. Comp: Salary of $300,000-350,000 + bonuses/ equity to bring this to $1M+ PY.

About the team The World Model team is at the core of Li Auto's long-term vision to redefine intelligent mobility through Physical AI. As part of the Intelligent Driving division, we focus on two strategic pillars: Technical Foresight - Continuously tracking and decoding global innovations in embodied intelligence, world models, autonomous agents, and real-world foundation models. Frontier Research - Conducting exploratory studies and developing foundational capabilities that empower the next generation of autonomous systems. Our mission is to anticipate breakthroughs, translate them into actionable insights, and steer the organization's roadmap in AI planning, decision-making, and simulation. We closely monitor the progress of industry leaders like Tesla and Waymo, while also contributing to top-tier academic outputs. This is a team for researchers who think beyond today's limitations and are driven to architect the AI systems of tomorrow. Duties and responsibilities Lead strategic analysis on global trends in Physical AI, including autonomous driving, embodied intelligence, robotics, and sensorimotor foundation models. Continuously monitor and benchmark key players (e.g., Tesla FSD, Waymo Robotaxi) and emerging technologies in North America and globally. Conduct exploratory research on cutting-edge technologies related to world models, multimodal large models, and planning frameworks in AI. Produce high-quality technical and strategic insight reports for internal stakeholders to inform roadmap and business decisions. Collaborate with R&D and product teams to shape future research directions and support decision-making with clear, data-driven foresight. Participate in academic engagements, including paper drafting and submission to top-tier AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, CVPR, ICRA, RSS). Requirements Education/Experience Master's or PhD degree in Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or related disciplines. Minimum 5 years of experience in autonomous driving, embodied AI, strategy research, or related technical domains. Proven experience in technology foresight, strategy consulting, or academic research related to Physical AI is highly preferred. Knowledge Familiar with technical architectures of autonomous driving and Physical AI systems, including planning, simulation, and LLM/VLM integration. Understanding of multimodal foundation models (e.g., GPT-4V, Gemini, MM-ReAct), NeRF/3D scene generation, and decision-making frameworks. Awareness of global industry and academic trends in intelligent mobility and robotics. Skills and Competencies Strong analytical, synthesis, and strategic thinking capabilities. Excellent writing and communication skills in English; bilingual in Chinese is a plus. Ability to work cross-functionally, manage uncertainty, and handle ambiguity in emerging technology domains. Self-motivated, intellectually curious, and oriented toward high-impact results. About Li Auto We're a leading Chinese new energy vehicle company that designs, develops, manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles (EVs). Through product, technology, and business model innovations, we provide families with safer, more comfortable, and more convenient products and services.

🌍 Senior LLM Research Scientist | Advanced AI Systems | San Francisco (Onsite) Join a team building AI with real physical capability-systems that can experiment, engineer, and manufacture in the real world. Backed by deep technical foundations and large-scale programs, they're pushing the frontier of advanced intelligence. The work is hands-on and first-principles, with full ownership of end-to-end systems and the chance to create capabilities that don't yet exist. Why join • Lead research in planning, reasoning, and tool use for autonomous engineering systems • Shape prompting frameworks, structured tool calling, model alignment, and preference optimization • Work on verifier-guided RL, long-horizon behavior, and MoE routing in a fast-moving research environment • Collaborate closely with systems, data, simulation, and tooling teams operating real engineering workflows • Competitive compensation up to $300k base, plus meaningful equity What they value • Strong background in LLM research, agent systems, or structured tool-use models • Experience with SFT, RLHF, DPO, or verifier-driven RL • Expertise in long-horizon reasoning, decomposition, and structured policy design • Comfort working across ML research, engineering systems, and real-world toolchains 📍 Location: Onsite, San Francisco

Research and Implementation of the research for future mobility services Developing innovative solutions that advance AI/ML systems for mobility services Conducting applied research in Agentic AI, including agent design, orchestration strategies, tool integration, and communication protocols Conducting research on AI safety and alignment topics Identifying research gaps and propose novel solutions to enhance performance, reliability, and adaptability of agent-based systems Prototyping frameworks and algorithms in Python using tools such as AutoGen, LangChain, or custom orchestration layers Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline with a focus on AI / Machine Learning Research experience in Generative AI, Agentic AI, and AI Safety and Alignment Research experience with Foundational (LLMs, VLMs, and other large-scale AI architectures), including fine-tuning, evaluation, and application to domain-specific tasks Proficient programming skills in Python and common libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, Pytorch, etc.) Ability to engage in general research activities such as defining problems and issues to be addressed, finding, and using research data, and being able to make recommendations and findings in writing and presentations

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking an In Vivo Research Assistant for a contract opportunity with one of our clients, a synthetic biology and cell therapy biotechnology company in Menlo Park, CA. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting-edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology and medical device industries. Workplace: Onsite in Menlo Park, CA Position Title: Research Assistant, In Vivo Tumor Models Position Type: contract Pay rate: $30-40 per hour Schedule: Part-time Animal Technician - In Vivo Oncology (Mouse Models), Biotechnology Startup - San Francisco Bay Area, CA Are you ready to drive transformative research at the frontier of cell therapy innovation? Join a pioneering biotechnology startup in Menlo Park, where your expertise with in vivo mouse models will be instrumental in shaping therapies with the potential to change the course of medicine. As an early team member, you'll collaborate closely with visionary scientists and engineering innovators, making a direct impact on the culture, direction, and scientific breakthroughs of our organization. About the Opportunity: We're searching for a dedicated Animal Technician with a robust background in managing and executing solid tumor studies using immunocompromised and humanized mouse models. Your hands-on skills and analytical insight will enable our platform to accelerate the design, screening, and optimization of novel cell therapies that harness the full therapeutic power of cellular engineering. You will be critical in supporting our rapid innovation cycles, where new tools and approaches are continuously tested and refined. Mission & Environment: Our team believes that cellular biology holds the blueprint for tackling the most challenging diseases-from cancer and viral infection to autoimmunity and aging. We apply cutting-edge synthetic biology and systems immunology to engineer next-generation cells capable of precisely and potently fighting disease. Our approach goes far beyond established paradigms, leveraging novel receptor technologies and high-throughput screens to uncover untapped avenues for therapy development. Responsibilities Lead day-to-day execution and management of oncology mouse model experiments. Independently plan and coordinate study timelines in partnership with research scientists. Serve as the main interface with vivarium partners to ensure seamless in vivo operations. Maintain stringent protocol compliance according to all institutional and regulatory standards. Collect, analyze, and interpret preclinical data to inform project decisions and accelerate development. Proactive communication and collaboration to move projects forward in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. Qualifications Minimum 3 years of hands-on in vivo research experience, ideally in cancer or related therapeutic areas within industry settings. No formal education requirement; demonstrable expertise is key. Flexibility to support weekend research schedules. Exceptional process discipline and attention to detail. Proven ability to troubleshoot challenges and implement solutions rapidly. Strong organizational and communication skills, with reliability in managing and executing assigned responsibilities. Collaborative spirit and a track record of contributing to impactful scientific endeavors. Ideal Fit: Takes pride in reliability and personal accountability. Seeks flexibility in work hours and the possibility of full-time engagement. Thrives in a close-knit, high-impact team with diverse skillsets. Eager to take on new responsibilities and champion team success. Shares a passion for advancing health through cell engineering and community-driven science. Join us and help unlock the next era of engineered cell therapies-where your work directly contributes to solutions for today's most urgent medical challenges.

Amber Bio is a biotechnology company pioneering new gene editing modalities using multi-kilobase edits to reach previously undruggable patient populations. Founded by pioneers in the CRISPR field from leading institutions for gene editing research, the company is developing a first-of-its-kind RNA editing platform that can correct thousands of bases at once, thereby correcting genetic mutations safely and reversibly. If you are interested in building a new frontier in genetic medicine, we welcome you to apply. Job Description: High-Throughput Screening Research Associate II, III (Biodesigner II, III) Responsibilities: Perform massively parallel reporter assays and high-throughput screens across diverse cellular contexts using cellular and molecular readouts. Develop and execute molecular biology workflows such as vector design and cloning, DNA/RNA extraction, RT-PCR, qPCR, and next-generation sequencing. Support cell culture activities and experiments in multiple cell lines, at small and large scales. Design and execute cell-based assays (AAV/lentiviral transduction, transfection, flow cytometry, immunostaining, and other plate reader assays). Engineer and characterize cell-based systems using synthetic biology tools and techniques. Conduct and troubleshoot experiments, independently and in collaboration with colleagues, to optimize screening throughput, sensitivity, and specificity. Proactively troubleshoot technical issues and recommend potential corrective actions based on personal observations and literature searches. Prepare summaries of data and present internally to colleagues and management. Draft SOPs, follow protocols, diligently document experimental data in lab notebooks, and organize and maintain electronic work records. Author scientific reports and data summaries. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals, bridging early discovery with high-throughput screens to nominate and optimize candidates for further characterization. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related field. At least 2 years of industry wet lab experience. Mammalian cell culture experience (culturing, transfecting and transducing cells, and DNA/RNA purification from cells). Molecular biology expertise (vector design and cloning, qPCR, primer and probe design, DNA/RNA extraction workflows) Critical thinker with excellent communication skills who thrives in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced team environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preference will be given to those who display: High throughput screening assay development in an industry setting. High motivation, with a strong work ethic and dedication to generating impact. Attention to detail, with the ability to extract deep insights from data. First-principles thinking, and an ability to refine one's intuition based on additional data. Ability to go from ideation to data in an independent fashion. Long-term personal vision with defined career goals. High EQ with team-oriented thinking. Experience with pooled, high-throughput screens using next-generation sequencing-based readouts, and/or preparing screening plasmid libraries from synthesized oligo arrays. Experience with CRISPR-Cas systems and/or gene editing and delivery technologies. Experience preparing next-generation sequencing libraries (Illumina, PacBio, and/or Nanopore platforms). If you have a passion for advancing gene editing technologies and desire to be part of a pioneering biotech company, we encourage you to apply and join our ambitious team. Please apply directly through LinkedIn. Amber Bio is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees.

At New Culture, we are making cow cheese without the cow. Dairy cheese is unsustainable and plant-based cheeses don't work. Ours are sustainable, healthy, ethical, and indistinguishable from current dairy options in taste, texture, and function. Using fermentation to produce dairy proteins, food science to combine those proteins with natural ingredients, and traditional cheesemaking methods to make any cheese of choice, we are bringing about a new culture for the cheese industry. We are a Bay Area-based, venture-backed startup in an exciting growth and rapid expansion phase. We are looking for a Research Associate, Fermentation to join us in leading the global transformation to an animal-free dairy future. As an early member of the team, you will have significant influence and responsibility in determining the success and trajectory of New Culture. The ideal candidate is looking for a new challenge in a fast-moving collaborative environment and has experience in benchtop fermentation process development, ideally for protein and/or food production. This is a 6-month contract and is based onsite 5-days a week in our office in San Leandro, CA. What will you be doing: Plan and execute benchtop fermentation experiments independently for strain validation, process development, and media optimization Prepare necessary media and stock solutions for fermentation experiments Setup, sterilize, clean benchtop bioreactors, and perform routine maintenance if necessary Monitor fermentation through sampling, checking online parameters, and offline measurements Collect samples and perform routine biochemical assays and analysis Analyze fermentation data, write summary reports, and present project results in team meetings Maintain fermentation run indexes and records Identify potential improvements to the fermentation processes and design experiments necessary to justify process changes Troubleshoot, communicate, and collaborate with other team members to resolve equipment and process issues as they arise in the operation of bioreactors and lab equipment Perform downscaled (shake flask, microwell plate, Biolector) experiments to help optimize process parameters and media components Ensure alignment with other areas of science such as microbiology and downstream processing Develop and maintain SOPs Maintain safe practices and work environment What we expect from you: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microbiology, Bioprocess Engineering, Chemical or Biochemical Engineering, or related field with 1-3 years of relevant industry or academic experience Ability to correlate microbial physiology with process performance in the bioreactors Willingness to work with a flexible schedule. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs (e.g., carboys of media). Ability to work standing up for up to 4hrs at a time. Ability to deliver high-quality work under constraints of time and budget Ability to work closely in a team of interdisciplinary and intercultural individuals Even better if you had: Hands-on experience with various types of fermentation processes (batch, fed-batch, continuous; aerobic and anaerobic), fermentation equipment and scale, control and analysis software Experience with data visualization and analysis tools such as Python, SpotFire, R, and/or JMP Prior involvement with startups and/or small businesses Salary Range: $77,000 - $95,000 annually How to know you are a great fit: We look for candidates who are team players, learners, doers, and hungry to make a difference in the world. Creativity and resourcefulness, honesty, and empathy go a long way. Our five core values guide us on our path to achieving our mission. Determination with Kindness | Have the resolve, the drive, and the will to succeed, but do it with empathy, encouragement, and compassion. In the face of adversity we will only excel as a team by keeping kindness at the forefront of everything we do. Creativity with Transparency | Creativity, persistence, questioning, and crazy ideas to solve hard problems are essential to our work. We do all of this out in the open while being honest and forthright about the new things we're trying, getting feedback and input from our teammates along the way. Teamwork with Rigor | Hold yourself and those around you to high standards and understand how your responsibilities are interconnected with others. As much as you rely on your teammates, they're relying on you, and only with consistent communication and rigorous teamwork will we achieve our goals together. Speed with Focus | We move quickly, exploring new opportunities and incorporating new results to make progress rapidly. Remaining focused throughout our experimentations means making thoughtful decisions, listening to a range of perspectives, and moving forward as a unified team once we've committed to the path ahead. Love the Product (not just the Science) | The science is cool but the product is even cooler. Our breakthroughs are always in the pursuit of better products. It's by selling delicious dairy that we will bring about a successful future for New Culture and a positive impact for our customers and the planet. New Culture is committed to promoting and creating a diverse, inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Diversity is the foundation of what we do at New Culture, enabling us to build a company that celebrates what makes each of us unique.

Mission Driven, Community Focused About | Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (cdrewu.edu) Charles R. Drew University is located in the Watts-Willowbrook area of south Los Angeles and was founded in 1966 in the wake of the Watts uprising. CDU was founded to address inadequate medical care in the region and to provide equitable medical education opportunities for under-represented students. CDU is strongly invested in the local and regional community. The university leads multiple partnerships and programs to provide equitable healthcare resources in a variety of south Los Angeles neighborhoods. This role includes a CDU College of Medicine faculty appointment. Please ensure to include the following in your application: Current Curriculum Vitae (as an attachment): CV format template can be found at the following link: CV Template.pdf (cdrewu.edu) Academic Credentials (as an attachment) - Medical License, Cert/Training, Board(s) Certificate(s) and Fellowships (if any). List of 2-3 Evaluators (Provide contact information for evaluators/references during application questions) Personal Statement (as a one page attachment): Personal Statement format template can be found at the following link: Self-Statement Sample.pdf (cdrewu.edu) Job Summary: Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) is a premier mission-driven university dedicated to transforming the lives of underserved and under-resourced communities through health professions education, biomedical and public health research, and compassionate care. The CDU HIV Research Pillar and Drew Center for AIDS Research, Education, and Services (Drew CARES) have a vibrant track record of HIV-related research, training, and service delivery. In collaboration with the Urban Health Institute, the CDU HIV Research Pillar and Drew CARES seek to recruit two faculty members for appointment at the academic rank of Assistant-to-Full Professor. Faculty rank will be determined based on experience and review of dossier material submitted. Recruited faculty members will have opportunities for research collaboration and mentorship with the new UCLA-CDU Center for AIDS Research (CFAR). The CFAR mission is to stop HIV in Los Angeles County and beyond by engaging diverse researchers with multidisciplinary perspectives. The University is seeking investigators whose work combines HIV prevention, treatment, and/or health services research with any one or more of the following areas: substance use disorders, mental health, trauma, clinical informatics, hepatitis, cancer, cardiovascular disease, or mobile technologies. We seek investigators with research experience and interest in domestic issues related to Black and Latino populations OR international issues related to prevention and treatment services in Sub-Saharan Africa. HIV clinicians are highly encouraged to apply. All candidates should also demonstrate an interest and skill in teaching or mentorship, and a history of successful multi- and interdisciplinary research collaboration. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain faculty responsibility and accountability for: Developing and contributing to research and other scholarly activities Participating in academic programs and committees, as well as other university service activities Maintaining a teaching load as assigned to meet department/college instructional needs Providing mentorship and opportunities for participation in research to students and residents Participate in the HIV Research Pillar/Drew CARES by: Promoting external and internal positive relationships with departments on campus, and professional and community organizations Attending internal, professional and community meetings Mentoring and supporting affiliated junior faculty and fellows Other Duties and Responsibilities: Assisting with recruitment of faculty and fellows Participating in and supporting shared governance Performing other related duties as assigned Maintaining relationships with community partners EDUCATION: Candidates with a M.D. with a broad range of disciplinary backgrounds (e.g., medicine, public health, psychology, sociology, anthropology, social/behavioral epidemiology, health services, behavioral economics, and health policy) are encouraged to apply. Position must be filled by an HIV clinician with the ability to obtain a CA medical license. Conceptual and methodological expertise in an area of HIV-related research, with some combination of the following: health disparities, multi-level modeling, macro-social determinants of health, intervention/prevention development, bio-psychosocial influences, ubiquitous technologies, social network methods, implementation science, and health policy. RANK AND TRACK: Faculty rank will be determined based on experience and review of dossier material submitted. KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS: Junior level candidates: Track record of research funding and experience with proposal development, management and statistical analysis. Trajectory for independent original research and a commitment to translational research Mid-Senior level candidates: Strong track record of extramural funding Established and active research agenda Strong record of scholarship, with experience as a principal investigator for funded research studies (e.g., Federal, state or private) Strong publication record Evidence of national/international reputation Interest and experience in mentoring and attracting additional junior research faculty Senior-level candidates are expected to demonstrate a strong track record as independent investigators, graduate-level teachers, and providing leadership Experience securing center grant funding preferred. All candidates: Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment Evidence of community outreach skills and/or engagement with communities Experience in a shared governance environment Experience providing mentorship and support to students and junior faculty Experience teaching MPH, Nursing, Life Sciences, Physician's Assistant or Medical residents and students. COMPLEXITY: The ability to perform highly detailed work with sustained attention and care while providing/obtaining information on numerous inquiries is paramount to success in this position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasional stooping. Frequent standing. Constant walking, sitting, climbing, reaching high/low levels, finger movement, feeling, speaking clearly, hearing conversationally, and seeing far and near. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasionally required to work in confined space. MENTAL DEMANDS: The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequent variety of unrelated tasks. Constant calculating, interrupted work, a variety of interrelated tasks, and use of sustained concentration, reasoning, judgment, resourcefulness, analytical ability, and ingenuity. Special Requirements: As a health professions institution of higher education, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science seeks to protect the health and safety of the University community. As a condition of enrollment and employment, students, faculty, and staff must comply with the current CDU COVID-19 requirements as described on the CDU COVID-19 webpage. Please visit the CDU Return to Campus website ************************************ or email the Campus Nursing Office at ***********************. Ability to work effectively with a diverse community. Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 annually Position Status: Full Time EEO Statement: Charles R. Drew University is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability or covered veteran status. Fair Chance Statement: Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local “Fair Chance” laws.

California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. Opened in 1965 and set at the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino mountains, the university serves approximately 19,000 students. CSUSB is a federally recognized minority-serving and Hispanic-serving institution that reflects the dynamic diversity of the region and has the most diverse student population of any university in the Inland Empire: 74 percent of its students are members of underrepresented groups, 80 percent are first-generation, and 56 percent are Pell eligible. For more information on the campus, please visit the CSUSB website. CSUSB employs 467 full-time faculty and offers 48 undergraduate, 35 graduate, and one doctoral degree programs and 14 academic programs with national accreditation. At CSUSB, diversity, equity and inclusion are values central to our mission. We recognize that diversity and inclusion in all its forms are necessary for our institutional success. By fully leveraging our diverse experiences, backgrounds and insights, we inspire innovation, challenge the status quo and create better outcomes for our students and community. As part of CSUSB's commitment to hire, develop and retain a diverse faculty, we offer a variety of networking, mentoring and development programs for our junior faculty. We are committed to building and sustaining a CSUSB community that is supportive and inclusive of all individuals. Qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving diverse student populations are strongly encouraged to apply. JOB SUMMARY California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. Opened in 1965 and set at the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino mountains, the university serves approximately 19,000 students. CSUSB is a federally recognized minority-serving and Hispanic-serving institution that reflects the dynamic diversity of the region and has the most diverse student population of any university in the Inland Empire: 74 percent of its students are members of underrepresented groups, 80 percent are first-generation, and 56 percent are Pell eligible. For more information on the campus, please visit the CSUSB website. CSUSB employs 467 full-time faculty and offers 48 undergraduate, 35 graduate, and one doctoral degree programs and 14 academic programs with national accreditation. At CSUSB, diversity, equity and inclusion are values central to our mission. We recognize that diversity and inclusion in all its forms are necessary for our institutional success. By fully leveraging our diverse experiences, backgrounds and insights, we inspire innovation, challenge the status quo and create better outcomes for our students and community. As part of CSUSB's commitment to hire, develop and retain a diverse faculty, we offer a variety of networking, mentoring and development programs for our junior faculty. We are committed to building and sustaining a CSUSB community that is supportive and inclusive of all individuals. Qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving diverse student populations are strongly encouraged to apply. TYPICAL ACTIVITIES Typical activities of Graduate Assistants may include: (1) assisting in the instruction of students by conducting small discussion groups related to large lecture, supervising laboratory periods, workshops, or other course activities, assisting by handling equipment, performing demonstrations, maintaining office hours to provide direct individual contact between student and graduate assistant, clarifying course material or course content for students; (2) providing assistance to faculty conducting authorized research by collecting and arranging data, developing source materials, summarizing reports, searching the literature and compiling bibliographies, developing and operating research equipment, preparing and caring for research materials, assisting in the conduct of experiments, etc.; and/or (3) generally assisting faculty in evaluating student work and examinations; preparing course materials and aids, or performing other functions requiring knowledge and background beyond that generally possessed by undergraduate assistants. Qualified candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population and to working effectively with faculty, staff and students across a wide range of disciplines. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge and Abilities : Knowledge of the subject matter of the discipline in which assigned. Ability to relate well to others within the academic environment; ability to supervise, assist, and train students; and ability to assist faculty in the conduct of special projects/research within the discipline. Experience : For the initial appointment, evidence of satisfactory achievement in previous academic work. For subsequent appointment, evidence of satisfactory progress toward completion of the degree. Education : Equivalent to completion of the requirements for a bachelor's degree and registration in a CSU graduate degree program. Students enrolled in credential programs are not eligible for this position. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS BA Degree in hand by time of appointment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Evidence of scholarly activity, publication, and innovation is valued. Evidence of exemplary graduate-level teaching and leadership experience at program level is preferred and should be noted in application. SPECIAL CONDITIONS The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with CSUSB. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: CSUSB cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought. Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that CSUSB has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to CSUSB or individuals in the university community. For health and well-being, CSUSB is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The Department of Psychology is one of the largest departments at CSUSB, with 26 full-time and 26 part-time faculty, approximately 100 graduate students, and 1400 undergraduate students. The department offers one undergraduate major in Psychology with three formal concentrations - General Psychology, Biological Psychology and Industrial-Organizational Psychology. In addition, the department houses three master's programs: Clinical/Counseling Psychology, Psychological Science, and Industrial-Organizational Psychology. We offer the entire undergraduate major at both the San Bernardino and Palm Desert campuses. For more information regarding the position, please contact: Recruitment Chair Dr. Kenneth Shultz ******************** ************** Administrative Support Dionne Hicks ********************** ************** To find out more about the Department of Psychology/ ******************************** HOW TO APPLY Please submit Cover Letter that includes: 2. Unofficial copies of all postsecondary degree transcripts (official transcripts will be required prior to appointment). Reference List - names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) referees whom we may contact to obtain letters of recommendation. Confidential letters of recommendation will be solicited from those listed as references on the application if the applicant is moved forward in the recruitment process. Non-confidential letters of recommendation can be uploaded by the applicant during the application process. Diversity Statement, which may include your interpretation of diversity, equity and inclusion, and must include specific examples of how your background and your educational and/or professional experiences have prepared you for this role at California State University, San Bernardino (maximum 1,000 words). Formal review of applications will be as needed. If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to apply by using this CSU Recruit Hyperlink at: ******************************************************************************************************************************************************** Please Note: CSUSB is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the “Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers” issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee. Salary is commensurate with experience. (Actual Salary will be in accordance with percentage of time appointed) 2325 0 07/01/2024 GRADUATE ASSISTANT MONTHLY $3,408.00 - $6,072 2326 0 07/01/2024 GRADUATE ASSISTANT, ON-CAMPUS WORK-STUDY $3,408 - $6,072 2355 1 07/01/2024 GRADUATE ASSISTANT Monthly $3,245.00 - $4,380.00 2355 2 07/01/2024 GRADUATE ASSISTANT Monthly $3,245.00 - $4,380.00 2355 3 07/01/2024 GRADUATE ASSISTANT Monthly $3,612.00 - $4,858.00 2355 4 07/01/2024 GRADUATE ASSISTANT Monthly $3,612.00 - $4,858.00 CSU Salary Schedule: *********************************************************************************** A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. California State University, San Bernardino is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096) This position may be “Designated” under California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter. Visit the Human Resources Conflict of Interest webpage link for additional information: ********************************************************************************************

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Previous experience as a peer educator (Tutoring and/or Supplemental Instruction) * Previous experience as a peer educator (Tutoring and/or Supplemental Instruction) * Strong organization, interpersonal, and communication skills * Work under pressure and appropriately handle difficult situations * Committed to helping others, and working within a team * Open-minded, flexible, and adaptable to change * Possess self-motivation, willingness to provide and accept constructive * feedback * Ability to recommend and implement recommendations for improvement * Ability to work in a diverse environment with a variety of students * Demonstrate above-average creative problem-solving, critical thinking, patience, and decision-making skills HOW TO APPLY & DEADLINE: A complete application must include a resume, available work schedule and class schedule indicating required enrollment as per the Student Employment Policies (See ******************************************************************************* If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: James Barnes Learning Commons Director California State University, Stanislaus One University Circle Turlock, CA 95382 ********************* To apply for this position, please click the "Apply Now" button on this page. CAMPUS & AREA: California State University, Stanislaus serves the San Joaquin Valley and is a critical educational resource for a six-county region of approximately 1.5 million people. The University is fully committed to creating a culture of diversity and inclusion - one in which every person in the University community feels safe to express their views without fear of reprisal. Widely recognized for its quality academic programs, the University has 10 nationally accredited programs and 662 faculty members. 94 percent of full-time faculty holds doctorates or terminal degrees in their fields. The University offers 43 undergraduate majors, 16 master's programs, 7 post-graduate credentials, a doctorate in education and serves more than 10,000 students. New instructional facilities have been built for the unique pedagogy of professional programs, laboratory sciences and performing arts. Stanislaus State continues to receive national recognition with its ranking as one of the best 384 colleges in the nation by The Princeton Review. The University was one of 12 public universities in the nation to be recognized by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for demonstrating exceptional performance in retention and graduation rates. In addition, U.S. News and World Report ranks Stanislaus State in its top 10 among public universities in the West, while Washington Monthly honored Stanislaus State as the West's No. 1 university for the money. Stanislaus State also is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education. CSU Stanislaus values shared governance: Handbook statement on shared governance EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. You can learn more about federal equal employment opportunity protections by accessing the Department of Labor's notices: **************************************************************** and **************************************************************************** Individuals with disabling conditions who require accommodation during the recruitment process may contact the ADA Coordinator at **************. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. The CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. CLERY ACT DISCLOSURE Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the annual security report (ASR), is now available for viewing at ************************************************ The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Stanislaus State for the previous three years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the office of the Clery Director located at One University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE The university requires a criminal and/or child abuse background check to be completed for many of its new employees, current employees seeking promotional or transfer opportunities, and current employees assigned new duties. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Failure to consent to any background check will disqualify an applicant from further consideration. Additionally, an applicant who fails to provide the necessary information or who provides false or misleading information may also be disqualified from further consideration. Later discovery of false or misleading information related to the background check may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn or subject the employee to disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Advertised: Oct 30 2025 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close:

About the Company We are a seed-stage AI company building the industry standard for evaluating and benchmarking large language models on real enterprise tasks. About the Role As a Research Scientist, you will develop new benchmarks, methodologies, and evaluation pipelines that shape how cutting-edge models are assessed, compared, and deployed in production environments. Your work will directly influence model selection and safety decisions across foundation model labs, high-growth AI product companies, and Fortune-scale enterprises. Responsibilities Benchmarking & Model Analysis Evaluate newly released models as they launch (e.g., Gemini, DeepSeek, etc.) Run large-scale assessment workflows using internal evaluation infrastructure Compare model performance across enterprise-grade task categories Design New Benchmarks from Scratch Identify high-value model application domains through research exploration Construct datasets, including labeling strategy and workforce coordination Write short “white-paper-style” summaries explaining benchmark purpose, method, and findings Advance Automated Evaluation Methodologies Improve systems for scoring generated text beyond standard metrics Explore research in reference-free, rubric-based, and human-aligned evaluation Develop new techniques for reliability, consistency, and repeatability Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with engineering to scale evaluation infra Partner with customers to refine evaluation relevance and task fit Influence product direction through research insights Qualifications 0-3 years post-grad experience (Master's, PhD, or equivalent applied research) Publications, preprints, or demos showing cutting-edge work Experience with diffusion models, NLP, multimodal, or benchmarking work Ability to operate independently with ambiguity Clean, maintainable research codebases Candidates from: top engineering/research universities applied AI startups well-regarded research internships Required Skills Built or contributed to a benchmark or evaluation methodology Experience in enterprise task model evaluation Stanford / top lab adjacency (per their historical hiring success) Preferred Skills Wants to publish as primary motivation Purely academic with slow timelines Big-tech culture fit concerns (Meta / Google / Salesforce specifically noted-but case-by-case) Pay range and compensation package Base Salary: up to $250K depending on background Equity: typically 0.3% - 0.5%, flexibility for exceptional candidates Rapid equity refresh possible based on impact Equal Opportunity Statement Visa sponsorship available. Relocation support. Health & dental coverage. Lunch + dinner provided, snacks & coffee. Unlimited PTO. Weekly happy hours with community guests. Team events (bowling, hiking, rock climbing, etc.). Swag program (hats, etc.). Work Environment & Culture In-person, San Francisco HQ (required). Core hours: 9-5, some teammates extend voluntarily. Most team members work 1 weekend day per week (flexible). High-ownership, low-ego, collaborative. Live demos Mondays, team lunch Thursdays, community Fridays. Early-stage pace, applied focus-not academic publishing. Tech Environment (while research-focused, exposure beneficial) Backend: Python / Django. Frontend: React + TypeScript. Infra: AWS. Evaluation frameworks + internal tooling. Why This Role Is Unique The company already collaborates with foundation model labs, high-growth AI vertical product companies, and Fortune 500 enterprises (not publicly facing). ChatGPT Vals AI $5M seed raised, runway of 2+ years at current burn. Only one research scientist is being hired-true founding impact. Opportunity to define industry standards for model trust, reliability, and certification. Positioned to become the rating agency for generative AI.

We're working with a San Francisco client that's got a research team of 50~ professionals and looking to further expand it. They are specifically looking to flesh out their Research Group by hiring a Research Scientist on a hybrid basis. They have seen $300M in a recent fund raise. Skills targeted: PhD in Physics/ Quantum Physics/ Theory/ Statistics/ Mathematics/ Computational Science or similarly related field. 2+ YoE working with AI Agents. Good exposure to LLMs. Ideally a background in Audio focused research. Alternatively Search, would also be highly advantageous. TC package of $1-1,5M with sizeable base salary & equity package. If that looks of interest, apply & Goliath will be in touch!

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🌍 Senior LLM Research Scientist | Advanced AI Systems | San Francisco (Onsite) You will join a team that is developing AI with genuine physical capability - systems that can experiment, engineer, and manufacture in the real world. Backed by strong technical foundations and large-scale projects, they're pushing the frontier of advanced intelligence. The work is deeply hands-on and first-principles, giving you the chance to own end-to-end systems and help create capabilities the world has never seen before. 💡 Why join Lead planning, reasoning, and tool-use research for autonomous engineering systems Shape prompting frameworks, structured tool calling, model alignment, and preference optimization Work on verifier-guided RL, long-horizon behaviours, and MoE routing in a high-velocity research environment Collaborate with systems, data, simulation, and tooling teams running real engineering workflows Competitive salary up to $300,000, plus strong equity 🚀 What they value Deep background in LLM research, agent systems, or structured tool-use models Experience across SFT, RLHF, DPO, or verifier-driven RL Strength in designing long-horizon reasoning, decomposition strategies, and structured policies Comfortable working across ML, engineering systems, and real-world toolchains Location: Onsite in San Francisco. If you're aiming for a role where research directly shapes physical AI, I'm happy to share more or connect you.