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Research Scientist - AI for Knowledge Graph and Reasoning
GE Vernova
Principal research scientist job in Niskayuna, NY
As a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova Advanced Research is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business's mission to help power the energy transition. We forge the collaborations and help invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future. Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova's businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 entities at the forefront of technology to execute on 150+ energy focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy. As a global leader in the energy domain, GE Vernova is a purpose-built energy technology company on a mission to electrify and decarbonize the world. Our Artificial Intelligence (AI) team at GE Vernova's Advanced Research Center is at the heart of this mission, developing and demonstrating innovative AI technologies to transform the future of energy. You can be a part of a highly skilled, dynamic and motivated team of AI Researchers, who are laying the groundwork for GE Vernova to succeed in its mission. As a Research Scientist specializing in AI for Knowledge Graph and Reasoning, you will design, develop, and apply innovative AI technologies to tackle complex challenges in the energy sector. You will combine techniques in knowledge representation, graph-based machine learning, logical reasoning, generative AI, and foundation models to create explainable and trustworthy AI solutions. Your work will span the entire research spectrum, from fundamental theoretical and empirical investigations to prototyping and solution development. You will investigate and apply techniques to integrate knowledge graphs with Large Language Models (LLMs) to improve explainability, long-term memory, contextual understanding, and reasoning capability for LLM-based solutions as well as to simplify construction and refinement of knowledge graphs to model complex industrial systems, assets, and processes. You will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects with applications in power generation, renewable energy, electric grids, robotics, manufacturing, and internal business processes by collaborating with a broad network of researchers across disciplines and domains. Additionally, you will contribute to cutting-edge research programs with external partners in academia and government, driving the advancement of AI research at GE Vernova and pushing the boundaries of human scientific understanding globally. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities * Research, conceptualize, and develop AI solutions for hard industrial problems by developing and leveraging state-of-the-art capabilities in knowledge representation, graph neural networks (GNNs), generative AI, knowledge graphs (KGs), and advanced reasoning algorithms. * Collaborate with teams of peer researchers on new and continuing projects * Demonstrate value of AI through early prototypes and solutions for real-world problems * Employ software libraries (e.g., NetworkX, PyTorch Geometric), graph databases (e.g., Neo4j), and industry best practices to build scalable and reusable solutions. * Create intellectual property by writing invention disclosures and filing patents * Publish impactful research in top-tier scientific journals and at relevant conferences * Contribute to writing and securing grant proposals for internal and external funding. Required Qualifications * PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related fields with a focus on Artificial Intelligence or MS degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related fields with a minimum of 2 years of work experience with a focus on Artificial Intelligence * Demonstrated proficiency in programming with Python. * Familiarity with GenAI packages including models from OpenAI, Google, Meta, etc. and ML frameworks like PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc. * Expertise in one or more of: (a) integrating LLMs in KG construction from structured and unstructured data, (b) using KG for automated reasoning with generative AI, and (c) creating knowledge graphs that federate and harmonize data from disparate sources. * Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Master's level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. * Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Vernova Advanced Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of countries subject to comprehensive restrictions under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran and Cuba). Please note that citizens of these countries who have either "U.S. person" status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship or permanent residency from a non-restricted country can be considered. * Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY Desired Characteristics * PhD focused on new advancements in KG and generative AI. * Hands-on experience with KG technologies and graph databases (e.g., Neo4j). * Familiarity with KG development and its applications in context of industrial systems. * Familiarity with Model Context Protocol (MCP) to establish connection and retrieve knowledge or data. * Experience in writing grant proposals and participating in the execution of grant-supported research; includes demonstrated successful communication with government agencies such as DoE, ARPA-E, DoD, and DARPA * Contribution to public domain codebases and/or significant GitHub portfolio to demonstrate mastery and impact. The base pay range for this position is 88,600.00 - 147,600.00 USD, Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's education and skill set. This position may also be eligible for a sign on incentive and new hire equity grant based on meeting certain eligibility criteria. GE provides a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings and a 401K with Company matching, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, EAP, and more. GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $88,600.00 and $147,600.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on December 01, 2025. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
$88.6k-147.6k yearly 9d ago
Research Scientist - Magnetic Resonance
Gehc
Principal research scientist job in Niskayuna, NY
SummaryAs a Research Scientist in the Magnetic Resonance team at GE HealthCare's Technology and Innovation Center (R&D), you will develop new MRI systems platforms, imaging techniques and/ or algorithms for diagnostic, functional and interventional imaging. You will perform research in an interdisciplinary team to push the envelope of what MRI can do in the clinic and beyond.Job Description Roles and Responsibilities As a Magnetic Resonance Research Scientist, you will: Apply knowledge and experience in MR physics, mathematics, engineering and chemistry to conceptualize and prototype novel MR systems and software solutions that address key clinical needs. Develop next-generation MRI sub-systems with enhanced capabilities, and associated applications that leverage them. Examples are in high-performance gradient coils, RF coils, receiver sub-systems, gradient drivers, etc. Determine the impact of systems hardware performance on image quality and safety. Develop algorithmic and/ or systems hardware solutions for MR-guided therapy and interventional applications. Grow external collaborations with academic and industry partners through joint publications, grant submissions and technology development. Work with clinicians to refine emerging technologies for clinical applications. Create intellectual property by generating invention disclosures and filing patents. Maintain external visibility through conference presentations and peer-reviewed journal publications. Required Qualifications Ph.D. degree in Physics, Medical Physics, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, or other related fields, with at least 4 years of research experience. A demonstrated record of research and development as evidenced by peer-reviewed conference proceedings and journal publications. Strong fundamentals in MR imaging physics, electromagnetic theory, and MR hardware sub-systems. Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to understand and address root causes of MR image quality issues in investigational prototypes. Proficiency in programming in C, Python and/ or simulation tools. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. You will need to have valid, on-going authorization to work in the U.S. Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY. Must be 18 years or older. You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at ******************************** to be considered. Desired Characteristics Demonstrated ability to originate and follow through on ideas. High levels of curiosity and independence. Strong interpersonal skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience in writing and executing grant proposals. Hands-on experience in MR systems hardware, especially gradients and RF transmit sub-systems. Experience in developing or modifying components of MR sub-systems leading to measurable changes in image quality and new applications. Experience in EM and multi-physics modeling, especially for analysis of RF transmit and gradient field bioeffects. Experience in pulse sequence programming on a GE HealthCare MRI scanner and/ or developing new image reconstruction algorithms. For U.S. based positions only, the pay range for this position is $97,600.00-$146,400.00 Annual. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the pay range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience and location. In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). GE HealthCare offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees. Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
$97.6k-146.4k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
R&D XRF Scientist - X-Ray Optical Systems
Veralto
Principal research scientist job in East Greenbush, NY
**Imagine** **yourself** **...** + Doingmeaningfulworkthatmakesaneverydayimpactontheworldaroundyou. + Growingyourexpertise and expandingyourskillsetwitheveryproject. + Thriving in a supportiveteamenvironmentthat inspires youtostriveforexcellence. + Collaboratingwith a vibrant, diverse, global team. It's possible with a role at XOS ( *********** ). **XOS** , a Veralto (************************* company, is a leading manufacturer of application-specific X-ray analyzers. We offer best-in-class elemental analysis solutions that improve public safety and customer efficiency in industries like petroleum and environmental compliance. As part of the XOS team and the broader Veralto network, you'll work with products that make an everyday impact on vital resources we all rely upon: and along the way, you'll have opportunities to deepen your skills, invest in your development, and seek new ways to fuel your growth. **We** **offer** **:** + Flexible workinghours + Professional onboarding and training options + Powerfulteamlooking forward toworkingwithyou + Career coaching and developmentopportunities + Healthbenefits + 401(k) **Position** **Summary** Reporting to the **Director** **,** **Research** **and** **Development** , the **R&D** **Scientist** **- X-** **ray** **Analytical** **Instrumentation** is responsible for advancing innovative elemental analysis solutions using advanced x-ray optics, sources, and detectors. This role will work cross-functionally across multiple departments and with leaders throughout XOS, driving technology development and supporting new product initiatives. This position is part of the R&D team located in East Greenbush and will be onsite. **In** **this** **role, a** **typical** **day** **will** **look** **like** **:** + Provideexpertise in analyticalmethods and problem-solvingfor XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) analyzers. + Drive innovationtoadvanceanalyticalcapabilities in x-rayfluorescencethroughcriticalthinking and robustresearch disciplines. + Buildtechnologyfunnels and createtechnologybuilding blocks. + Providetechnicalguidance and supportfor new productdevelopmentprojects. + Contributetotechnicalsolutionsforbottleneckproblems. + Collaboratewithdeveloperstodesign and developefficientalgorithmsforspectralanalysis. + Developautomatedcalibrationprocesses and matrixcorrectionalgorithms. + Documenttechnicalworktodisseminateknowledge. + Participate in otherrelatedactivities as required. **The** **essential** **requirements** **of** **the** **job** **include** **:** + Master'sdegreerequired, PhD preferred, in Physics, Math,or Material Science disciplines. + Threeyearsor more ofresearchexperiencewithdemonstratedsuccess in R&D orpost-docresearch. + Experiencewithspectralanalysis in XRF oropticalfield. + Strongprogrammingbackgroundwithproficiency in C++ and Python. + Solid background in solidstatephysics, material characterization, and atomicphysics. + Experience in mathematicalfitting and computationalmodeling. + Provenabilitytosolvecriticaltechnicalissues in R&D projects. + Experienceleadingtechnicaldevelopments in relatedprojects. **Desired** **Skills** **/** **Experience** **:** + Analyticalproblem-solvingskills, includingstructuredroot cause analysis and innovative solutiondevelopment. + Strongmathskills and foundation. + Experience in atomicspectroscopy, atomicphysics, or XRF. + Self-starter and criticalinvestigatoradept at dealingwithambiguity. + Demonstratedabilitytoworkoncomplextechnicalprojectswithin a team. **XOS** **is** **proud** **to** **be** **part** **of** **the** **Water** **Quality** **segment** **of** **Veralto** **(NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader** **dedicated** **to** **ensuring** **access** **to** **clean** **water** **,** **safe** **food** **and medicine, and** **trusted** **essential** **goods** **.** **When** **you** **join** **Veralto's** **vibrant** **global** **network** **of** **16,000** **associates** **,** **you** **join** **a** **unique** **culture and** **work** **environment** **where** **purpose** **meets** **possibility** **:** **where** **the** **work** **you** **do has** **an** **everyday** **impact** **on** **the** **resources** **and** **essentials** **we** **all** **rely** **on** **, and** **where** **you'll** **have** **valuable** **opportunities** **to** **deepen** **your** **skillset** **,** **pursue** **your** **ambitions** **, and** **grow** **your** **career** **.** **Together** **,** **we're** **Safeguarding** **the** **World's** **Most** **Vital** **Resources** **-and** **building** **rewarding** **careers** **along** **the** **way** **.** **US ONLY** **:** The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate's position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The compensation range for this role is $90,000 - $120,000 USD per year. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law. US residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Veralto Corporation and all Veralto Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes. The EEO posters are available **here (********************************************* . We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at applyassistance@veralto.com to request accommodation. **Unsolicited Assistance** We do not accept unsolicited assistance from any headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. All resumes or profiles submitted by search firms to any employee at any of the Veralto companies (*************************************** , in any form without a valid, signed search agreement in place for the specific position, approved by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Veralto and its companies. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Veralto and its companies because of the unsolicited referral. Veralto and all Veralto Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.
$90k-120k yearly 52d ago
R&D XRF Scientist - X-Ray Optical Systems
Veralto Corp
Principal research scientist job in East Greenbush, NY
Imagine yourself… * Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impact on the world around you. * Growing your expertise and expanding your skillset with every project. * Thriving in a supportive team environment that inspires you to strive for excellence. * Collaborating with a vibrant, diverse, global team. It's possible with a role at XOS (************* XOS, a Veralto company, is a leading manufacturer of application-specific X-ray analyzers. We offer best-in-class elemental analysis solutions that improve public safety and customer efficiency in industries like petroleum and environmental compliance. As part of the XOS team and the broader Veralto network, you'll work with products that make an everyday impact on vital resources we all rely upon: and along the way, you'll have opportunities to deepen your skills, invest in your development, and seek new ways to fuel your growth. We offer: * Flexible working hours * Professional onboarding and training options * Powerful team looking forward to working with you * Career coaching and development opportunities * Health benefits * 401(k) Position Summary Reporting to the Director, Research and Development, the R&D Scientist - X-ray Analytical Instrumentation is responsible for advancing innovative elemental analysis solutions using advanced x-ray optics, sources, and detectors. This role will work cross-functionally across multiple departments and with leaders throughout XOS, driving technology development and supporting new product initiatives. This position is part of the R&D team located in East Greenbush and will be onsite. In this role, a typical day will look like: * Provide expertise in analytical methods and problem-solving for XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) analyzers. * Drive innovation to advance analytical capabilities in x-ray fluorescence through critical thinking and robust research disciplines. * Build technology funnels and create technology building blocks. * Provide technical guidance and support for new product development projects. * Contribute to technical solutions for bottleneck problems. * Collaborate with developers to design and develop efficient algorithms for spectral analysis. * Develop automated calibration processes and matrix correction algorithms. * Document technical work to disseminate knowledge. * Participate in other related activities as required. The essential requirements of the job include: * Master's degree required, PhD preferred, in Physics, Math, or Material Science disciplines. * Three years or more of research experience with demonstrated success in R&D or post-doc research. * Experience with spectral analysis in XRF or optical field. * Strong programming background with proficiency in C++ and Python. * Solid background in solid state physics, material characterization, and atomic physics. * Experience in mathematical fitting and computational modeling. * Proven ability to solve critical technical issues in R&D projects. * Experience leading technical developments in related projects. Desired Skills/Experience: * Analytical problem-solving skills, including structured root cause analysis and innovative solution development. * Strong math skills and foundation. * Experience in atomic spectroscopy, atomic physics, or XRF. * Self-starter and critical investigator adept at dealing with ambiguity. * Demonstrated ability to work on complex technical projects within a team. XOS is proud to be part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto's vibrant global network of 16,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you'll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we're Safeguarding the World's Most Vital Resources-and building rewarding careers along the way. US ONLY: The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate's position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The compensation range for this role is $90,000 - $120,000 USD per year. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law. US residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Veralto Corporation and all Veralto Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes. The EEO posters are available here. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at applyassistance@veralto.com to request accommodation. Unsolicited Assistance We do not accept unsolicited assistance from any headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. All resumes or profiles submitted by search firms to any employee at any of the Veralto companies, in any form without a valid, signed search agreement in place for the specific position, approved by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Veralto and its companies. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Veralto and its companies because of the unsolicited referral.
$90k-120k yearly 53d ago
Research Scientist III
Health Research, Inc. 4.5
Principal research scientist job in Albany, NY
Applications to be submitted by December 11, 2025 Compensation Grade: P25 Compensation Details: Minimum: $95,599. 00 - Maximum: $95,599. 00 Annually Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions). Department (OPH) CEH - Bureau of Environmental & Occupational Epidemiology Job Description: Responsibilities The Research Scientist III will lead and perform ongoing and upcoming research and program activities within the Bureau of Environmental & Occupational Epidemiology. The position will support epidemiologic research and surveillance activities, particularly related to birth defects and stillbirths. The incumbent will lead, coordinate, and participate in all phases of epidemiologic research and statistical analysis, including work to examine patterns, trends, risks, and causes of disease. The incumbent will work both independently and serve on a team to contribute directly towards problem definition, study design, planning, execution, data management, analyses, and interpretation and presentation of results to various audiences. The incumbent will provide statistical training and guidance to junior staff, including but not limited to those conducting birth defects and stillbirth research projects. The incumbent will prepare reports, manuscripts, and presentations based on performed analyses; will lead all project-related data collection, including data related to the active ascertainment of outcomes of interest. Additionally, the incumbent will supervise staff on research projects and data-related activities. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field and four years of research experience; OR a Master's degree in a related field and three years of research experience; or a Doctorate in a related field and one year of research experience. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in Biostatistics. Advanced statistical analysis skills. Advanced SAS and R skills. Experience within data management. Experience with managing and editing a Microsoft Access database. Experience conducting and publishing research, particularly on birth defects and stillbirth, as demonstrated by first authorship on peer-reviewed publications. Experience working with vital records data and other large administrative datasets. Experience devising algorithms to match to large administrative data sets. Experience analyzing Statewide Planning and Research Cooperative System (SPARCS) data. Experience supervising staff. Conditions of Employment Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required. Visa sponsorship may be available for this position, in accordance with applicable federal requirements. Travel up to 10% of the time will be required. The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire. Telecommuting will be available. HRI participates in the E-Verify Program. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans www. healthresearch. org About Health Research, Inc. Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities. HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including: Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from; Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit; Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave; Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities; Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses; Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally; And so much more! As the Executive Director of Health Research, Inc. (HRI), I would like to welcome you to HRI's career page. HRI's mission is to build a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs in support of the New York State Department of Health, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and other entities. This achievement is made possible through the recruitment of highly talented and qualified individuals. As an Equal 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, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. HRI is committed to fostering an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect and we strive to ensure every individual feels welcomed and appreciated. We invite you to explore and apply for any open positions that align with your interests. --- If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting HRI Human Resources at hrihr@healthresearch. org or **************.
$95.6k yearly Auto-Apply 8d ago
Research Scientist I
Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. 4.2
Principal research scientist job in Menands, NY
Job Title: Research Scientist I Grade: 18 Salary: $61,811 - $70,591 The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. is currently seeking a Research Scientist I, position at OMH working in the division of Office of the Chief Medical Officer and Office of Population Health & Evaluation (OPHE). OMH oversees a variety of initiatives and programs that serve adults with serious mental illness and children and youth with serious emotional disturbance. OPHE provides data collection, evaluation, data management, analyses, visualization and reporting to support these OMH functions. OPHE also maintains the Psychiatric Services and Clinical Knowledge Enhancement System (PSYCKES) application (an award-winning web-based application designed to support quality improvement and clinical decision making) and is currently in use by provider agencies in New York State as well as state agencies, county governments, health homes and managed care organizations. The PSYCKES application portfolio also include iOS and Android mobile applications as well as the My Collaborative Health Outcomes Information System (MyCHOIS) application, which provides recipients with their own personal treatment history and recovery-oriented resources. The incumbent of this position will support the OPHE Medical Informatics team. The goals of the Medical Informatics team are to coordinate development and testing of new data and features for the PSYCKES and MyCHOIS applications, provide high quality training and technical support to users, and promote effective implementation strategies for data exchange and interoperability solutions across New York State healthcare settings. incumbent should be highly organized individual with a strong attention to detail, relate well to a diverse group of project stakeholders, and have the ability to work both independently and as a part of a team. Duties and Responsibilities: * Establish and maintain systems for recording, tracking, and updating project materials. * Develop tracking spreadsheets and monthly/quarterly progress reports using Microsoft Word and Excel. * Send electronic mass mailings. * Schedule meetings/conference calls; prepare materials for meetings; take detailed minutes and notes. * Provide support via phone and e-mail to application users and project participants by processing requests for information, investigating and resolving issues reported by users, and updating customer service tracking system. * Manage requests from both providers and recipients regarding access to the PSYCKES and/or MyCHOIS applications. * Provide guidance and expertise to other Research Scientists working on the OPHE Helpdesks and serve as liaison between other OMH and OPHE teams to field and resolve questions. * Participate in quality assurance testing for PSYCKES and MyCHOIS web and mobile applications. * Track defects and communicate with members of the information technology and data analysis teams. * Develop and update training materials (e.g., user guides, webinar slides, short how-to videos) * Schedule Webex online webinars, coordinate and lead training webinars, and provide technical support and assistance during trainings. * Complete accessibility edits and create website update requests for the Public Information Office (PIO) to maintain the PSYCKES public-facing website with up-to-date training materials, release notes, and announcements. * Qualitative and quantitative data analysis. * Support the development of products to disseminate findings, including PowerPoint presentations for conferences, written reports for internal and external (public) distribution, and manuscripts for publication. Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree and two years of professional research experience in an appropriate field or master's degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of the experience. * Appropriate fields include Public Health, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a related social science field, Biostatistics, Economics, Epidemiology. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience with Oracle, Adobe and AdobeSign Work Location: 150 Broadway Menands, NY 12204 To Apply: Submit an application through our website at ************************************ Please note only applications submitted through our website will be considered. The Mission of the Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. (RFMH) is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. RFMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, RFMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring that RFMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. RFMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The Research Foundation is a private not-for-profit corporation and is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. Excellent Benefits Package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer - Disabled/Veteran, 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) compliant.
$61.8k-70.6k yearly 18d ago
Research Scientist - Composites - Aerospace Research
GE Aerospace 4.8
Principal research scientist job in Niskayuna, NY
GE Aerospace is pioneering the use of Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) in commercial and military aerospace applications. As a Research Scientist within the Composites organization at the GE Aerospace Research Center, you will play a key role in advancing these materials and processes for cutting-edge GE Aerospace products. Your work will focus on developing fiber-reinforced CMCs engineered to excel in extreme environments, shaping the future of aerospace technology. **Job Description** **Roles and Responsibilities** You will: + Conduct fundamental and applied research to advance processes and technologies for ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) relevant to GE Aerospace and external funding agencies. + Develop innovative CMCs systems tailored to a wide range of GE Aerospace products, including commercial and military applications. + Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for both new and existing CMCs in a laboratory setting. + Monitor and analyze emerging technology trends in advanced CMCs to drive innovation. + Collaborate with GE Aerospace's internal product teams, global R&D sites, and external material developers to accelerate advancements in CMC technology. + Investigate material degradation mechanisms and develop strategies to enhance the durability and performance of CMCs in extreme environments. + Prepare and submit research proposals for external funding. + Contribute to intellectual property development through invention disclosures and patents. + Communicate research findings effectively through presentations, technical reports, and publications. **Required Qualifications** + PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline OR a Master's degree in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of three years of experience in a materials R&D environment. + Demonstrated understanding of fiber-reinforced CMC development, processing and property-process-microstructure relationships. + Demonstrated understanding of processing techniques for advanced structural ceramics. + Experience in the development and testing of fiber-reinforced CMCs or other advanced ceramic systems. + Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to new areas of research. + Willing to work on government funded programs. + Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. + Must be willing to work on-site at GE Aerospace's office in Niskayuna, NY. **Desired Characteristics** + Experience in material and process development for fiber-reinforced CMCs, additive ceramics, or other advanced ceramic systems with complex microstructure requirements across multiple length scales. + Experience in mechanical testing and behavior of CMCs. + Experience working on government contracts, including preparing and submitting proposals + Experience with statistical analysis, data analytics, and statistical process control. + Experience in a non-academic research environment, with a focus on applied innovation. + Passion for hands-on development and laboratory work, with a commitment to advancing materials technology. + Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. + Demonstrated ability to tackle complex technical problems and deliver innovative solutions. + Track record of excellence in Research, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications. + Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly and effectively. The base pay range for this position is 80,000 - 150,000 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on December 10, 2025 Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs ( _i.e_ ., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. \#LI-MV1 _This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))._ **Additional Information** GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (****************************************************************************************** . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). **Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
$86k-110k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Machine Learning Research Scientist / Research Engineer, Post-Training
Scale Ai Inc. 4.1
Principal research scientist job in Day, NY
Scale works with the industry's leading AI labs to provide high quality data and accelerate progress in GenAI research. We are looking for Research Scientists and Research Engineers with expertise in LLM post-training (SFT, RLHF, reward modeling). This role will focus on optimizing data curation and eval to enhance LLM capabilities in both text and multimodal modalities. In this role, you will develop novel methods to improve the alignment and generalization of large-scale generative models. You will collaborate with researchers and engineers to define best practices in data-driven AI development. You will also partner with top foundation model labs to provide both technical and strategic input on the development of the next generation of generative AI models. You will: Research and develop novel post-training techniques, including SFT, RLHF, and reward modeling, to enhance LLM core capabilities in both text and multimodal modalities. Design and experiment new approaches to preference optimization. Analyze model behavior, identify weaknesses, and propose solutions for bias mitigation and model robustness. Publish research findings in top-tier AI conferences. Ideally you'd have: Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, AI, or a related field. Deep understanding of deep learning, reinforcement learning, and large-scale model fine-tuning. Experience with post-training techniques such as RLHF, preference modeling, or instruction tuning. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Published research in areas of machine learning at major conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP, CVPR, etc.) and/or journals Previous experience in a customer facing role. Compensation packages at Scale for eligible roles include base salary, equity, and benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position, determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, interview performance, and relevant education or training. Scale employees in eligible roles are also granted equity based compensation, subject to Board of Director approval. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process, and confirm whether the hired role will be eligible for equity grant. You'll also receive benefits including, but not limited to: Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, a learning and development stipend, and generous PTO. Additionally, this role may be eligible for additional benefits such as a commuter stipend. Please reference the job posting's subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of San Francisco, New York, Seattle is:$252,000-$315,000 USD PLEASE NOTE: Our policy requires a 90-day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role. This allows us to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation of all applicants. About Us: At Scale, our mission is to develop reliable AI systems for the world's most important decisions. Our products provide the high-quality data and full-stack technologies that power the world's leading models, and help enterprises and governments build, deploy, and oversee AI applications that deliver real impact. We work closely with industry leaders like Meta, Cisco, DLA Piper, Mayo Clinic, Time Inc., the Government of Qatar, and U.S. government agencies including the Army and Air Force. We are expanding our team to accelerate the development of AI applications. We believe that everyone should be able to bring their whole selves to work, which is why we are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity or Veteran status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@scale.com. Please see the United States Department of Labor's Know Your Rights poster for additional information. We comply with the United States Department of Labor's Pay Transparency provision . PLEASE NOTE: We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data. Please see our privacy policy for additional information.
$68k-101k yearly est. Auto-Apply 26d ago
Research Scientist, AI (Modeling Focus)
Evolutionary Scale
Principal research scientist job in Day, NY
EvolutionaryScale, now part of CZI Biohub, is pioneering the next era of AI-powered biology to understand and program life at scale. Together, we're combining frontier artificial intelligence and frontier biology and building the technology to study how cells operate, organize, and work as part of systems to understand why disease happens and how to correct it. Our mission is to unlock new scientific discoveries that will help cure or prevent disease. Backed by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI), Biohub operates as a nonprofit organization uniting leading scientists, engineers, and technologists across hubs based in California, New York, and Chicago. In 2025, Biohub welcomed the EvolutionaryScale team - recognized for creating large-scale frontier AI systems for the life sciences - to accelerate the mission. Led by co-founder Alex Rives, who now serves as Head of Science at Biohub, the integrated organization is scaling up the compute and research infrastructure needed to build next-generation models of biology-powered by the largest cluster dedicated to open science. We are at a pivotal moment in science offering a world-class interdisciplinary research environment across biology, data, and artificial intelligence and we will continue to hire for exceptional talent across these disciplines. We are excited to strengthen in-person connections and cultivate a collaborative, team-oriented environment. This role is a hybrid position requiring you to be onsite for at least 60% of the working month, approximately 3 days a week. The Role Understand the state of the art in AI or biology and move forward at least one of those fields. Contribute to designing and executing the long-term research roadmap for the company. Drive the research for a portion of the company's foundation model efforts and lead projects in that area; or Collaborate directly with researchers, engineers, and scientists at the company's partners (clients or academic partners) to deploy the company's technology and research towards the partner's business. Be effective representatives of the company and our products to partners and other external collaborators. Implement software for research initiatives and collaborate with other researchers and engineers. Engage the wider scientific community through impactful publications and open-source releases. Qualifications (preferred) Proficiency in programming languages such as Python. PhD in computer science or a related field, or equivalent experience. 3+ years of experience implementing deep learning models with pytorch or equivalent libraries. Ability to plan and run ML experiments, analyze and communicate outcomes. Compensation The salary range for this position is $150,000 to $350,000+ per year. Compensation package will vary based on job-related skills, level of experience, and knowledge. Comprehensive Benefits We're thankful to have an incredible team behind this work. To honor their commitment, we offer a wide range of benefits to support the people who make it all possible. Provides a generous employer match on employee 401(k) contributions to support planning for the future. Paid time off to volunteer at an organization of your choice. Funding for select family-forming benefits. Relocation support for employees who need assistance moving. Why Join Us Be part of a transformative scientific initiative backed by CZI's long-term commitment and resources. Work alongside world-class researchers redefining how biology is understood and programmed. Access state-of-the-art compute infrastructure and cutting-edge lab technologies. Contribute to the first large-scale effort combining frontier AI with frontier biology to solve disease. Open science that shares data, tools, and results to accelerate progress for everyone.
$62k-93k yearly est. Auto-Apply 29d ago
Research Scientist
Edgestream
Principal research scientist job in Day, NY
Job Title: Research Scientist Edgestream Partners is a tight-knit team of mathematicians, scientists, engineers, and business professionals who devote our talents to developing quantitative models of financial markets and using them to trade our systematic hedge funds around the world and around the clock - and have done this continuously since 2003. We value curiosity, creativity, diligence, tenacity, intellectual honesty, clear thought and communication, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively collaborate. At Edgestream an individual dedicated effort can have a major impact. About the Job The Research group at Edgestream consists of highly skilled mathematicians, scientists, and engineers, working together to unravel some of finance's hardest problems. We create the models of market behavior that drive all trading in our funds. Our work involves creation and application of techniques from probability and statistics, machine learning, information theory, optimization, and algorithms, to better understand the behavior of markets and direct our trading. We also work together to continuously enhance the platform that the research group uses for discovery, evaluation, and implementation. The applicant may choose to work primarily from either Princeton, NJ or New York, NY. Qualifications: PhD in a mathematical, scientific, or engineering discipline At least one subsequent academic or industrial/government research appointment Evidence of distinction and impact (publications or impactful results in industry) Exposure to programming, numerical computation, and ideally data analysis and a keen interest in further developing your skills in these areas No knowledge of finance is required Some of the benefits of working at Edgestream: Competitive initial salary, bonus - and an opportunity for further long-term substantial financial rewards An opportunity to see your work appreciated and have tangible impact A talented group of colleagues to work with who share a common objective and therefore have a real interest in your success Comprehensive benefits (including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), HRA, FSA, life insurance, and daily catered lunch that encourages relationship-building and communication). Contact Info For questions, please contact ************************. Legal disclaimer: 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. Base salary range: $175k-$215k.
$62k-93k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Research Scientist, Prediction & Planning
Open Roles
Principal research scientist job in Day, NY
Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver-The World's Most Experienced Driver™-to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo's fully autonomous ride-hail service and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states. The Predictive Planning team (PrePlan) develops and deploys state-of-the-art machine learning solutions that predict the future state of the world and plan the Waymo Driver's behavior. Our mission is to transform Waymo's unprecedented scale of driving data into robust, generalizable, and performant deep neural networks. These models enable the autonomous vehicle to navigate complex environments safely and efficiently. In this hybrid role, you will report to a manager on our PrePlan team. Team matching happens after you've completed your onsite interviews. You will: Develop the next-generation ML-powered prediction and planning system to enhance the performance and capabilities of the ML driver and support the rapid scaling of Waymo's business. Frame open-ended, real-world challenges as well-defined ML problems; research, develop, and apply cutting-edge ML techniques, including foundation models and reinforcement learning, for the planning and prediction tasks of autonomous vehicles. Collaborate with world-class researchers, engineers and product owners to create safe, smooth planning behaviors for all road users and to meet product requirements. Develop and evaluate large models, and integrate them into Waymo's production planning software for real-world applications through close partnership with the Planner and Research teams. You have: BS in Computer Science, ML, Robotics, similar technical field of study, or equivalent practical experience Added Demonstrated contributions to the ML community through publications, open-source projects, or significant industry impact Hands-on experience with modern deep learning libraries (eg: TensorFlow, JAX, Pytorch) Proficient programming skills (eg: Python, C/C++) Strong analytical and debugging skills 5+ years of experience in Machine Learning modeling and/or Autonomous Vehicles We prefer: MS or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Robotics, or a related field. Publications in top-tier conferences such as ICML, NeurIPS, CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, ICLR, IROS, CoRL, ACL, or EMNLP. Prior software development or ML research industry experience (including internships). General software engineering experience solving motion planning or related robotics problems. Experience applying or evaluating ML-based systems in production environments. Experience with performance optimization of deep models, including with respect to specific hardware architectures #LI-Hybrid Our benefits are held Alphabet-Wide, inclusive of incredible maternity leave, health care, and retirement planning. The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process. Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo's discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements. Salary Range$204,000-$259,000 USD
$62k-93k yearly est. Auto-Apply 11d ago
Research Scientist - Artificial Intelligence
GE Vernova
Principal research scientist job in Niskayuna, NY
SummaryAs a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova Advanced Research is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business's mission to help power the energy transition. We forge the collaborations and help invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future. Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova's businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 entities at the forefront of technology to execute on 150+ energy focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy. As a global leader in the energy domain, GE Vernova is a purpose-built energy technology company on a mission to electrify and decarbonize the world. Our Artificial Intelligence (AI) team at GE Vernova's Advanced Research Center is at the heart of this mission, developing and demonstrating innovative AI technologies to transform the future of energy. You can be a part of a highly skilled, dynamic and motivated team of AI Researchers, who are laying the groundwork for GE Vernova to succeed in its mission. As a Research Scientist, you will design, develop, and apply innovative AI technologies, including machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, and foundation models, to tackle complex challenges in the energy sector. Your work will span the entire research spectrum, from fundamental theoretical and empirical investigations to prototyping and solution development. You will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects, including power generation, renewable energy, electric grids, robotics, and manufacturing, in collaboration with GE Vernova's business units and a broad network of Researchers across disciplines and domains. Additionally, you will contribute to cutting-edge research programs with external partners in academia and government, driving the advancement of AI research at GE Vernova and pushing the boundaries of human scientific understanding globally.Job Description Roles and Responsibilities Research, conceptualize, and develop AI solutions for hard industrial problems Collaborate with teams of peer Researchers on new and continuing projects Demonstrate value of AI through early prototypes and solutions for real-world problems Employ software libraries, tools, and practices to implement efficient, scalable, and reusable solutions Create intellectual property by writing invention disclosures and filing patents Publish research work to scientific journals and conferences Writing and/or supporting grant proposals Required Qualifications PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related fields with a focus on Artificial Intelligence or MS degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related fields with a minimum of 2 years of work experience with a focus on Artificial Intelligence Demonstrated ability to write Python code Familiarity with AI, ML, and GenAI packages and frameworks like PyTorch, TensorFlow, HuggingFace, and more Deep expertise in one or more of: Large Language Models (LLM), Time-series or Multi-Modal Foundation Models, Scientific Machine Learning with Physics, Graph Neural Networks. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Masters level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Vernova Advanced Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of countries subject to comprehensive restrictions under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran and Cuba). Please note that citizens of these countries who have either “U.S. person” status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship or permanent residency from a non-restricted country can be considered. Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY Desired Characteristics PhD focussed on new advancements in Artificial Intelligence Experience in one or more of: Multi-Modal Foundation Models with image, tabular data, and text, Integrating Physics in Machine Learning, Graph Neural Networks for Energy Systems, and Integrating LLM with knowledge graphs. Experience in writing grant proposals and participating in the execution of grant-supported research; includes demonstrated successful communication with government agencies such as DoE, ARPA-E, DoD, and DARPA Contribution to public domain codebases and/or significant GitHub portfolio to demonstrate mastery and impact. The base pay range for this position is $88,600-$147,600 USD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's education and skill set. This position may also be eligible for a sign on incentive and new hire equity grant based on meeting certain eligibility criteria. This position is also eligible for a performance bonus. This position will be posted until at least 7/28/2025. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
$88.6k-147.6k yearly Auto-Apply 44d ago
Research Scientist I
Health Research, Inc. 4.5
Principal research scientist job in Albany, NY
Applications to be submitted by December 14, 2025 Compensation Grade: P18 Compensation Details: Minimum: $66,442. 00 - Maximum: $66,442. 00 Annually Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions). Department (OC) WADS - Wadsworth Center Job Description: Responsibilities Health Research, Inc. is seeking a Research Scientist I to join the largest state public health Virology laboratory team in the United States at the Wadsworth Center. This position will participate in the characterization of circulating and emerging human viral pathogens of major public health interest. State-of-the-art methods employed in this work include numerous molecular detection and sequencing techniques. The incumbent will contribute to the characterization of viruses detected in primary and wastewater specimens, the development of future analysis methods, operation of existing pipelines, and aid in critical response efforts to disease threats. This position will be part of a dynamic team serving the Wadsworth Center's mission in the New York State Department of Health's efforts to protect and promote the health of New York's citizens. Come be a part of Science in the Pursuit of Health! Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of research experience; OR a Master's degree in a related field and one year of research experience. Preferred Qualifications At least one year of experience in molecular data analysis and use of scientific software to analyze next generation sequence data for the detection and/or characterization of pathogens. At least one year of experience with managing and processing sequence data from multiple sequencing platforms, specifically handling different sequencing file types (e. g. , FASTA, FASTQ, BAM, AB1, etc. ). Experience working in cloud environments, preferably Google Cloud Platform. At least one year of experience with laboratory information management (LIMS) systems, and the ability to interface sequence reports and results to and from LIMS. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including database management and data visualization. At least one year of experience in programming (Python, R, shell, or other programming/scripting languages), bioinformatic data analysis workflow systems (i. e. , Nextflow, Snakemake), and collaborative coding environments (GitHub). Conditions of Employment Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required. Visa sponsorship may be available for this position, in accordance with applicable federal requirements. Travel up to 10% of the time will be required. The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire. Telecommuting will not be available. HRI participates in the E-Verify Program. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans www. healthresearch. org About Health Research, Inc. Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities. HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including: Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from; Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit; Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave; Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities; Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses; Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally; And so much more! As the Executive Director of Health Research, Inc. (HRI), I would like to welcome you to HRI's career page. HRI's mission is to build a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs in support of the New York State Department of Health, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and other entities. This achievement is made possible through the recruitment of highly talented and qualified individuals. As an Equal 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, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. HRI is committed to fostering an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect and we strive to ensure every individual feels welcomed and appreciated. We invite you to explore and apply for any open positions that align with your interests. --- If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting HRI Human Resources at hrihr@healthresearch. org or **************.
$66.4k yearly Auto-Apply 28d ago
Principal Optimization Scientist - GE Aerospace Research
GE Aerospace 4.8
Principal research scientist job in Niskayuna, NY
At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly. As a Principal Optimization Scientist, within Digital and Electrical Systems (DES)- Enterprise Optimization organization you will play a critical role designing and applying optimization-based methods for cyber physical & enterprise systems to a wide array of GE Aerospace's and U.S. government programs. You will collaborate with fellow researchers from a range of technology disciplines, contributing to projects across the breadth of GE Aerospace programs. You will be responsible to interact with stakeholders and translate complex business and cyber-physical & enterprise systems into models; integrate, process, calibrate and validate multimodal data from multiple inputs/sensors; and determine the optimal solutions to achieve desired key performance metrics. You will design, develop and test algorithms and models that may run on HPC, cloud and or supercomputing environments. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities * Handling high-frequency multimodal data from distributed, heterogeneous sensor feeds and integrating sensor fusion, validation, calibration, and mapping techniques with analytics for decision-support * Developing algorithms for distributed cloud-computing frameworks that solve large-scale problems modeling complex cyber-physical systems * Collaborating with experts in an interdisciplinary environment to develop theoretical and practical approaches for solving real-world problems * Work with GE Aerospace business units and government collaborators to develop and grow programs. * Shape and lead proposal responses to the GE Aerospace businesses and government agencies. * Patenting your inventions and develop a record of publication via conferences and peer reviewed journals * Code quick prototype analytics tools for early phase of software systems production * Clearly and professionally communicate progress and results of your research with the team, business leaders, customers and technology providers Required Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or related disciplines with a focus on Mathematical Models, Algorithms and Optimization with a minimum of 15 years of industry experience OR a masters degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or related disciplines with a focus on mathematical programming, algorithms and optimization with a minimum of 10 years of industry experience OR a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or related disciplines with a minimum of 7 years of industry experience * Possession of a US Secret clearance required, active TS-SCI Preferred * Willingness to travel a minimum of 2 weeks per year * Must be willing to work out onsite in Niskayuna, NY. * Strong data handling skills such as acquiring, cleaning, and organizing large multimodal data sets, feature engineering to identify influential predictors, and using analytics to design and improve cyber physical system(s) in distributed and high-performance computing infrastructures * Experience in sensor fusion and more general data integration/data fusion techniques and optimization of complex systems * Demonstrated capability to rapidly develop prototypes of assets being used in processes, connecting assumption and real-time data, post processing analytics for cyber physical systems * You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at careers.geaersopace.com to be considered. Preferred Characteristics * Theoretical knowledge in one or more of the following areas: complexity theory, approximation algorithms, combinatorial optimization, reinforcement learning, statistical signal processing * In depth experience in modeling and analysis enterprise and cyber-physical systems, sensing and system identification methods * Demonstrated development skills and documentation capability in Python, R, (Java, C++ is a plus) etc. in IDEs for the integration of analytical models into middleware and data bases * Experience in designing standards and workflows for data ingestion, validation and calibration * Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, fast paced, outcome-focused industrial research environment * Technical program management and knowledge of cyber-physical and operational security systems. * Strong analytical and interpersonal skills * Experience with the aerospace & defense industry. * Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The base pay range for this position is 130,000 - 240,000 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on December 10, 2025 Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. #LI-MV1 This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). Additional Information GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
$99k-123k yearly est. Auto-Apply 53d ago
Machine Learning Research Scientist/ Engineer, Agents
Scale Ai Inc. 4.1
Principal research scientist job in Day, NY
About Scale At Scale AI, our mission is to accelerate the development of AI applications. For 8 years, Scale has been the leading AI data foundry, helping fuel the most exciting advancements in AI, including: generative AI, defense applications, and autonomous vehicles. With our recent Series F round, we're accelerating the abundance of frontier data to pave the road to Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), and building upon our prior model evaluation work with enterprise customers and governments, to deepen our capabilities and offerings for both public and private evaluations. About the ACE team The Agent Capabilities & Environments (ACE) team, part of Scale's Research organization, brings together customer-facing Researchers and Applied AI Engineers. Our core mission includes research on agent environments and RL reward signals, benchmarking autonomous agent performance across real-world scenarios and environments, creating robust data programs to improve Large Language Models (LLMs) agentic capabilities and building foundational tools and frameworks for evaluating models as agents. ACE focuses on autonomous agents that dynamically interact with diverse external environments, including code repositories, GUI interfaces, browsers, and more. About This Role This role is at the intersection of cutting-edge AI research and practical application, with a focus on studying the data types essential for building state-of-the-art agents, such as browser and SWE agents. The ideal candidate will explore the data landscape needed to advance intelligent, adaptable AI agents, guiding the data strategy at Scale to drive innovation. This position requires not only expertise in LLM agents and planning algorithms but also creativity in addressing novel challenges related to data, interaction, and evaluation. You will contribute to impactful research publications on agents, collaborate with customer researchers, and work alongside the engineering team to translate these advancements into real-world, scalable solutions. Ideally you'd have: Practical experience working with LLMs, with proficiency in frameworks like Pytorch, Jax, or Tensorflow. You should also be adept at interpreting research literature and quickly turning new ideas into prototypes. A track record of published research in top ML venues (e.g., ACL, EMNLP, NAACL, NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, COLM, etc.) At least three years of experience addressing sophisticated ML problems, either in a research setting or product development. Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to operate cross-functionally. Nice to have: Hands-on experience with open source LLM fine-tuning or involvement in bespoke LLM fine-tuning projects using Pytorch/Jax. Hands-on experience and publications in building applications and evaluations related to AI agents such as tool-use, text2SQL, browser agents, coding agents and GUI agents. Hands-on experience with agent frameworks such as OpenHands, Swarm, LangGraph, etc. Familiarity with agentic reasoning methods such as STaR and PLANSEARCH Experience working with cloud technology stack (eg. AWS or GCP) and developing machine learning models in a cloud environment. Our research interviews are crafted to assess candidates' skills in practical ML prototyping and debugging, their grasp of research concepts, and their alignment with our organizational culture. We will not ask any LeetCode-style questions. Compensation packages at Scale for eligible roles include base salary, equity, and benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position, determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, interview performance, and relevant education or training. Scale employees in eligible roles are also granted equity based compensation, subject to Board of Director approval. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process, and confirm whether the hired role will be eligible for equity grant. You'll also receive benefits including, but not limited to: Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, a learning and development stipend, and generous PTO. Additionally, this role may be eligible for additional benefits such as a commuter stipend. Please reference the job posting's subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of San Francisco, New York, Seattle is:$239,400-$315,000 USD PLEASE NOTE: Our policy requires a 90-day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role. This allows us to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation of all applicants. About Us: At Scale, our mission is to develop reliable AI systems for the world's most important decisions. Our products provide the high-quality data and full-stack technologies that power the world's leading models, and help enterprises and governments build, deploy, and oversee AI applications that deliver real impact. We work closely with industry leaders like Meta, Cisco, DLA Piper, Mayo Clinic, Time Inc., the Government of Qatar, and U.S. government agencies including the Army and Air Force. We are expanding our team to accelerate the development of AI applications. We believe that everyone should be able to bring their whole selves to work, which is why we are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity or Veteran status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@scale.com. Please see the United States Department of Labor's Know Your Rights poster for additional information. We comply with the United States Department of Labor's Pay Transparency provision . PLEASE NOTE: We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data. Please see our privacy policy for additional information.
$68k-101k yearly est. Auto-Apply 26d ago
Experienced Alpha Research Scientist
Edgestream
Principal research scientist job in Day, NY
Job Title: Experienced Alpha Research Scientist Edgestream Partners is a tight-knit team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals who devote our talents to developing quantitative models of financial markets and using them to trade systematically around the world and around the clock. Edgestream's culture has more in common with research laboratories and technology startups than with traditional finance. We prize curiosity, creativity, diligence, and intellectual honesty. We focus on the long term, working together to build elegant and general systems that endure and scale as we grow. And we incentivize our employees to cooperate and share ideas, because we know that compounding our efforts magnifies our achievements. The result is a company where smart, dedicated effort can have a major impact. We've been in the business of managing hedge funds since 2003, and we're still growing. We're looking for talented, curious, and driven people who can grow with us in the years ahead. About the Job The Research group at Edgestream consists of highly skilled scientists and engineers, working in collaboration to unravel some of the finance's hardest problems. Our ranks include physicists, mathematicians, biologists, machine learning experts, cryptographers, and theoretical computer scientists. We are responsible for the creation of the scientific models of market behavior which drive trading in our funds. Our investment process is fully research driven, and new members of our team quickly find that they have the opportunity to contribute directly to the company's bottom line. Our work covers the full spectrum from basic research in statistics, information theory, and algorithms, to investigating new datasets, to building out our research platform, to implementation and analysis of live trading systems. This position will be located in either Princeton, NJ or New York, NY. Qualifications: PhD in a scientific or engineering discipline (or equivalent experience). Track record of high achievement in scientific research. Strong analytical and mathematical abilities. Comfort with large data and programming. No knowledge of finance is required. Some of the benefits of working at Edgestream: Competitive salary, bonus, and incentive compensation based on overall company performance. Fantastic resources, accumulated over decades, for turning ideas into reality. Comprehensive, first-class benefits (including excellent medical and dental insurance, 401(k), HRA, FSA, life insurance, daily catered lunch, and an onsite gym). For qualified employees, the opportunity to invest in our funds. Contact Info E-mail: ************************. Legal disclaimer: 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.
$62k-93k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Research Scientist - Robot Perception: GE Vernova Advanced Research
GE Vernova
Principal research scientist job in Niskayuna, NY
GE Vernova's researchers work on the advancement of Robot Perception technology for industrial domain, ultimately contributing to the Energy Transition by electrifying the world and decarbonizing the energy sector. As a Research Scientist in Robotic Perception, you will play a key role in solving challenging robot perception problems for various robotic platforms (i.e., manipulators, quadrupeds, etc.) in industrial settings. You will join a world-class research team working on scene understanding, object manipulation, and vision foundation models. You will shape novel techniques to expand the ability for robots to effectively interact with the world. You will develop algorithms for robotic systems for various industrial domains including renewable energy, power generation, electric grids, and manufacturing. This will involve working on projects with GE Vernova's business units and a wide array of fellow researchers across disciplines and domains. It will also include the opportunity to work on government-sponsored, cutting-edge research programs with GE Vernova's external partners in academia and government. You will help drive the future of robotics research at GE Vernova. As a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova Advanced Research is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business's mission to power the energy transition. We forge the partnerships and invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future. Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova's businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 technology partners to execute on 150+ energy-focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy. Job Description Essential Responsibilities: * Work with teams of researchers on new and continuing projects * Develop robotic perception modules for application industrial manipulators * Creatively combine state-of-the-art (SOTA) open-source models and in-house data to advance the robot capabilities * Write high-quality (documented, tested, maintainable) Python / C / C++ code in a large shared codebase * Implement and analyze prototypes and solutions for real-world problems * Create intellectual property by writing invention disclosures and filing patents * Publish research work to scientific journals and conferences * Writing and/or supporting grant proposals Qualifications/Requirements: * PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related fields with a focus on robotics, computer vision, or similar OR MS + 2 years' work experience in similar areas * Strong Computer Vision / Computer Graphics research background * Track record of published peer-reviewed research in topics such as: * Learned 3D reconstruction, depth prediction, feature matching, semantic segmentation, object 6-DoF pose and shape estimation * Vision-language models * Multimodal perception with vision/proprioception/touch sensing * Learned visual representations and foundation models for robot manipulation * Proficiency in Python programming and popular ML frameworks * Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Master's level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. * Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY * Must be 18 years or older * You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at ************************* to be considered Desired Characteristics: * PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Robotics, Computer Graphics or a related field * Hands-on robotics (manipulators, quadrupeds etc.) experience * Practical knowledge of 3D geometry, projective geometry, camera models The salary range for this position is $85,600 - $140,000 USD, annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's education and skill set. This position may also be eligible for a sign on incentive and new hire equity grant based on meeting certain eligibility criteria. This position will remain posted until at least July 25th, 2025. GE provides a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings and a 401K with Company matching, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, EAP, and more. For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $88,600.00 and $147,600.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on December 01, 2025. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
$88.6k-147.6k yearly 9d ago
Hourly Research Scientist
Health Research, Inc. 4.5
Principal research scientist job in Albany, NY
Applications to be submitted by December 16, 2025 Compensation Grade: H96 Compensation Details: Minimum: $20. 00 - Maximum: $20. 00 Hourly Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions). Department (OC) WADS DEHS - Organic Analytical Chemistry Job Description: Responsibilities Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Hourly Research Scientist. This position offers a stimulating professional growth opportunity at the interface of microbiome science, metabolomics, toxicology, and human health. The Research Scientist will assist with establishing and maintaining bioinformatics for metabolomics data processing and metabolite identification in support of human population studies, contribute to developing and validating computational workflows, perform multivariate and statistical analyses, and contribute to the integration and interpretation of large-scale metabolomics datasets. In addition, the incumbent may provide statistical and bioinformatics support, ensuring data quality control, maintaining proper documentation, and assisting in the preparation of standard operating procedures for computational workflows. The incumbent will be responsible for managing specimens and conducting laboratory experiments. This position will be part of a dynamic team serving the Wadsworth Center's mission in the New York State Department of Health's efforts to protect and promote the health of New York's citizens. Come be a part of Science in the Pursuit of Health! Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a biological science or bioinformatics or computational biology or related field. Preferred Qualifications Experience in handling and analyzing large-scale human population datasets using computational and statistical approaches. Experience in next-generation sequencing (NGS) and metabolomics data analysis, including data preprocessing, normalization, and interpretation. Proficiency in using data analysis and visualization tools (e. g. , R, Python, or similar platforms) as well as spreadsheets and database software to manage, process, and analyze complex laboratory datasets. Conditions of Employment Hourly, grant funded position expected to last through 12/4/2026. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required. Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U. S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire. Telecommuting will not be available. The incumbent in this position will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE). HRI participates in the E-Verify Program. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans www. healthresearch. org About Health Research, Inc. Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities. HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including: Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from; Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit; Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave; Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities; Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses; Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally; And so much more! As the Executive Director of Health Research, Inc. (HRI), I would like to welcome you to HRI's career page. HRI's mission is to build a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs in support of the New York State Department of Health, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and other entities. This achievement is made possible through the recruitment of highly talented and qualified individuals. As an Equal 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, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. HRI is committed to fostering an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect and we strive to ensure every individual feels welcomed and appreciated. We invite you to explore and apply for any open positions that align with your interests. --- If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting HRI Human Resources at hrihr@healthresearch. org or **************.
$20 hourly Auto-Apply 4d ago
Principal Optimization Scientist - GE Aerospace Research
GE Aerospace 4.8
Principal research scientist job in Niskayuna, NY
At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly. As a Principal Optimization Scientist, within Digital and Electrical Systems (DES)- Enterprise Optimization organization you will play a critical role designing and applying optimization-based methods for cyber physical & enterprise systems to a wide array of GE Aerospace's and U.S. government programs. You will collaborate with fellow researchers from a range of technology disciplines, contributing to projects across the breadth of GE Aerospace programs. You will be responsible to interact with stakeholders and translate complex business and cyber-physical & enterprise systems into models; integrate, process, calibrate and validate multimodal data from multiple inputs/sensors; and determine the optimal solutions to achieve desired key performance metrics. You will design, develop and test algorithms and models that may run on HPC, cloud and or supercomputing environments. **Job Description** **Roles and Responsibilities** + Handling high-frequency multimodal data from distributed, heterogeneous sensor feeds and integrating sensor fusion, validation, calibration, and mapping techniques with analytics for decision-support + Developing algorithms for distributed cloud-computing frameworks that solve large-scale problems modeling complex cyber-physical systems + Collaborating with experts in an interdisciplinary environment to develop theoretical and practical approaches for solving real-world problems + Work with GE Aerospace business units and government collaborators to develop and grow programs. + Shape and lead proposal responses to the GE Aerospace businesses and government agencies. + Patenting your inventions and develop a record of publication via conferences and peer reviewed journals + Code quick prototype analytics tools for early phase of software systems production + Clearly and professionally communicate progress and results of your research with the team, business leaders, customers and technology providers **Required Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or related disciplines with a focus on Mathematical Models, Algorithms and Optimization with a minimum of 15 years of industry experience OR a masters degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or related disciplines with a focus on mathematical programming, algorithms and optimization with a minimum of 10 years of industry experience OR a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or related disciplines with a minimum of 7 years of industry experience + **This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. Citizenship. Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold US Government Security Clearance** + Willingness to travel a minimum of 2 weeks per year + Must be willing to work out onsite in Niskayuna, NY. + Strong data handling skills such as acquiring, cleaning, and organizing large multimodal data sets, feature engineering to identify influential predictors, and using analytics to design and improve cyber physical system(s) in distributed and high-performance computing infrastructures + Experience in sensor fusion and more general data integration/data fusion techniques and optimization of complex systems + Demonstrated capability to rapidly develop prototypes of assets being used in processes, connecting assumption and real-time data, post processing analytics for cyber physical systems + You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at careers.geaersopace.com to be considered. **Preferred Characteristics** + Theoretical knowledge in one or more of the following areas:complexity theory, approximation algorithms, combinatorial optimization, reinforcement learning, statistical signal processing + In depth experience in modeling and analysis enterprise and cyber-physical systems, sensing and system identification methods + Demonstrated development skills and documentation capability in Python, R, (Java, C++ is a plus) etc. in IDEs for the integration of analytical models into middleware and data bases + Experience in designing standards and workflows for data ingestion, validation and calibration + Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, fast paced, outcome-focused industrial research environment + Technical program management and knowledge of cyber-physical and operational security systems. + **Possess a current US Government Security Clearance** + Strong analytical and interpersonal skills + Experience with the aerospace & defense industry. + Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The base pay range for this position is 130,000 - 240,000 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on January 10, 2026 Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs ( _i.e_ ., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. \#LI-MV1 _This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))._ **Additional Information** GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (****************************************************************************************** . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). **Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
$99k-123k yearly est. 53d ago
Machine Learning Research Scientist / Engineer, Reasoning
Scale Ai Inc. 4.1
Principal research scientist job in Day, NY
About Scale At Scale AI, our mission is to accelerate the development of AI applications. For 8 years, Scale has been the leading AI data foundry, fueling the most exciting advancements in AI, including generative AI, defense applications, and autonomous vehicles. With our recent Series F round, we're amplifying access to high-quality data to drive progress toward Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Building on our history of model evaluation with enterprise and government customers, we are expanding our capabilities to set new standards for both public and private evaluations. About This Role This role operates at the forefront of AI research and real-world implementation, with a strong focus on reasoning within large language models (LLMs). The ideal candidate will study the data types critical for advancing LLM-based agents, including browser and software engineering (SWE) agents. You will play a key role in shaping Scale's data strategy by identifying the most effective data sources and methodologies for improving LLM reasoning. Success in this role requires a deep understanding of LLMs, planning algorithms, and novel approaches to agentic reasoning, as well as creativity in tackling challenges related to data generation, model interaction, and evaluation. You will contribute to impactful research on language model reasoning, collaborate with external researchers, and work closely with engineering teams to bring state-of-the-art advancements into scalable, real-world solutions. Ideally, you'd have: Practical experience working with LLMs, with proficiency in frameworks like PyTorch, JAX, or TensorFlow. You should also be skilled at rapidly interpreting research literature and turning new ideas into working prototypes. A track record of published research in top ML and NLP venues (e.g., ACL, EMNLP, NAACL, NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CoLLM, etc.). At least three years of experience solving complex ML challenges, either in a research setting or product development, particularly in areas related to LLM capabilities and reasoning. Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively across teams. Nice to have: Hands-on experience fine-tuning open-source LLMs or leading bespoke LLM fine-tuning projects using PyTorch/JAX. Research and practical experience in building applications and evaluations related to LLM-based agents, including tool-use, text-to-SQL, browser agents, coding agents, and GUI agents. Experience with agent frameworks such as OpenHands, Swarm, LangGraph, or similar. Familiarity with advanced agentic reasoning techniques such as STaR and PLANSEARCH. Proficiency in cloud-based ML development, with experience in AWS or GCP environments. Our research interviews are designed to assess candidates' ability to prototype and debug ML models, their depth of understanding in research concepts, and their alignment with our organizational culture. We do not conduct LeetCode-style problem-solving assessments. Compensation packages at Scale for eligible roles include base salary, equity, and benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position, determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, interview performance, and relevant education or training. Scale employees in eligible roles are also granted equity based compensation, subject to Board of Director approval. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process, and confirm whether the hired role will be eligible for equity grant. You'll also receive benefits including, but not limited to: Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, a learning and development stipend, and generous PTO. Additionally, this role may be eligible for additional benefits such as a commuter stipend. Please reference the job posting's subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of San Francisco, New York, Seattle is:$252,000-$315,000 USD PLEASE NOTE: Our policy requires a 90-day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role. This allows us to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation of all applicants. About Us: At Scale, our mission is to develop reliable AI systems for the world's most important decisions. Our products provide the high-quality data and full-stack technologies that power the world's leading models, and help enterprises and governments build, deploy, and oversee AI applications that deliver real impact. We work closely with industry leaders like Meta, Cisco, DLA Piper, Mayo Clinic, Time Inc., the Government of Qatar, and U.S. government agencies including the Army and Air Force. We are expanding our team to accelerate the development of AI applications. We believe that everyone should be able to bring their whole selves to work, which is why we are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity or Veteran status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@scale.com. Please see the United States Department of Labor's Know Your Rights poster for additional information. We comply with the United States Department of Labor's Pay Transparency provision . PLEASE NOTE: We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data. Please see our privacy policy for additional information.
$68k-101k yearly est. Auto-Apply 26d ago

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