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  • Research Scientist - Diffusion Models

    Kadence

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    Founding Research Scientist - Generative Video 📍 Seattle, WA (Onsite, 5 days/week) | 💼 Full-time About the Founders Founded by a collective of PhD researchers from leading global universities (Apple, Stanford & Oxford PhD Alumni) with backgrounds at top AI labs and major technology companies, combining deep theoretical insight with proven large-scale product execution. About the Company Our client is a stealth-mode AI startup creating breakthrough technology at the intersection of perception, learning, and expression. The team's mission is to build intelligent systems that can observe and interpret subtle human cues - visual, vocal, and behavioral - to enable natural, emotionally aware digital interaction. They're developing foundational models that unify multiple input streams to make communication between humans and machines feel effortless and authentic. Role Overview This position is ideal for a scientist who thrives at the boundary of research and product impact. As the Founding Research Scientist for Generative Video, you'll lead experimentation on advanced video generation methods, designing architectures that model motion, timing, and realism at scale. You'll have freedom to explore new diffusion-based approaches, define metrics for visual fidelity and consistency, and bring early-stage research into practical real-time applications. Key Responsibilities Design and implement generative video models that synthesize realistic movement, depth, and texture. Develop scalable pipelines for dataset creation, model training, and system evaluation. Explore diffusion, transformer, and temporal modeling techniques to enhance continuity and expression. Partner with engineers and scientists across modalities (speech, text, vision) to integrate outputs into unified frameworks. Evaluate model behavior, benchmark performance, and publish findings where appropriate. Transition promising prototypes into production-ready, low-latency systems. Required Background PhD or comparable experience in Machine Learning, Computer Vision, or Graphics. Proven expertise in video or 3D generative modeling, preferably using diffusion or transformer architectures. Strong applied experience with PyTorch, JAX, or similar toolkits. Understanding of data curation, distributed training, and large-scale evaluation. Publications, patents, or open-source contributions demonstrating research excellence. Self-directed mindset with enthusiasm for rapid iteration and open-ended discovery. What Makes This Unique Early technical ownership in shaping the research roadmap of a deep-tech organization. Opportunity to work on high-impact, unexplored problems in real-time generative media. Close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of machine learning, vision, and graphics experts. Competitive compensation, strong equity participation, and top-tier backing from investors in applied AI.
    $63k-105k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Lead Research Scientist - Vision AI, Simulation & Physical AI

    Centific

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    About the Team Centific's Robotics and Physical AI Lab is pioneering the fusion of simulation-first research, embodied intelligence, and multimodal perception. Our mission: accelerate the transition from vision and language understanding to real-world action, enabling next-generation robots, agents, and safety systems across industries. We're assembling a cross-functional team of engineers, researchers, and interns exploring vision-language models (VLMs), world models, and sim2real transfer. As our Lead Research Scientist, you will steer this effort-bridging academic rigor with hands-on experimentation, guiding early-stage researchers, and converting scientific breakthroughs into deployable AI systems. 🎯 Mission Drive the scientific and technical direction of Centific's Physical AI and Robotics R&D. Lead by example-mentoring a team of interns and engineers while collaborating across simulation, perception, and multimodal AI. 🔬 What You'll Do Leadership & Mentorship Lead a team of 3-5 Ph.D. interns and engineers across perception, multimodal reasoning, and simulation projects. Architect and maintain a collaborative research roadmap with measurable milestones and publishable outcomes. Foster a culture of open research, reproducibility, and iterative learning. Research & Development Define and execute high-impact research in embodied AI, world models, and vision-language reasoning. Integrate digital twins, Isaac Sim, MuJoCo, or other simulators for real-world policy validation and sim2real adaptation. Advance multimodal model design-from grounding and affordance recognition to causal and temporal reasoning. Explore data-efficient training, spatially aware neural architectures, and robustness evaluation frameworks. System Integration & Deployment Collaborate with platform engineers to deploy research artifacts into scalable services using Ray, FastAPI, Docker, and Kubernetes. Benchmark large-scale inference pipelines, model distillation strategies, and safety validation workflows. Publish open-source code and internal benchmarks that raise the scientific bar. Collaboration Partner with the Principal Architect, simulation teams, and external research collaborators. Lead proof-of-concept integrations with simulation or robotics hardware vendors. Represent Centific in academic conferences and consortiums on AI, simulation, and robotics. 📚 Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Computer Science, Robotics, or related field, with a strong publication record in CVPR/ICCV/ECCV, NeurIPS/ICLR/CoRL/RSS, or equivalent. 5+ years of postdoctoral or industry research experience in computer vision, simulation, multimodal reasoning, or spatial AI. Deep expertise in PyTorch or JAX, GPU-accelerated workloads, and distributed training. Proven record of mentoring junior researchers or leading interdisciplinary R&D projects. Experience with Isaac Sim, Open3D, PyTorch3D, or MuJoCo for digital-twin and behavior simulation. Strong understanding of statistical spatial modeling, RL/MPC policy learning, and world-model architectures. 🌟 Preferred Qualifications Publications or patents in spatially-aware neural networks, multimodal world modeling, or simulation-based training. Experience implementing Ray-based distributed training or Triton/TensorRT-based inference optimizations. Familiarity with trustworthy AI, explainability in autonomous systems, or safety validation for robotics. Contributions to open-source frameworks (e.g., OpenMMLab, Isaac Sim assets, Habitat, Omniverse pipelines). History of academic collaboration or joint research programs with universities or labs. 🧩 What Success Looks Like Delivery of reproducible, publishable, and deployable research outcomes that strengthen Centific's Physical AI IP portfolio. Mentorship that grows the capabilities and confidence of your team. Leadership that balances curiosity-driven research with product-driven execution. Demonstrable impact on simulation realism, policy robustness, and model generalization. ⚙️ Our Stack Modeling: PyTorch, JAX, Hugging Face, xFormers Simulation: Isaac Sim, MuJoCo, Open3D, COLMAP, 3DGS/NeRF Systems: Python, Ray, FastAPI, Kubernetes, Docker, Triton, Weights & Biases Multimodal AI: CLIP, SAM, LLaVA, Cosmos-Reason, Vision-Language Transformers Data & Evaluation: Omniverse USD pipelines, world-model benchmarks, synthetic-to-real datasets 🚀 Why Join Centific Lead the frontier: Shape a new discipline at the intersection of AI, simulation, and robotics. Mentor the next generation: Guide emerging researchers working on cutting-edge multimodal and embodied AI problems. Ship your science: See your research power real systems across safety, healthcare, and smart environments. Collaborate with industry leaders: Work with NVIDIA, Microsoft, and the global Physical AI community. Centific is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
    $72k-123k yearly est. 2d ago
  • LLM Research Scientist Graduate (eCommerce Recommendation)- 2025 Start (PhD)

    Tiktok 4.4company rating

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    E-commerce is a new and fast growing business that aims at connecting all customers to excellent sellers and quality products on TikTok Shop, through E-commerce live-streaming, E-commerce short videos, and commodity recommendation. We are a group of applied machine learning engineers and data scientists that focus on E-commerce recommendations. We are developing innovative algorithms and techniques to improve user engagement and satisfaction, converting creative ideas into business-impacting solutions. We are interested and excited about applying large scale machine learning to solve various real-world problems in E-commerce. The rapid development of large language models has brought more possibilities to e-commerce business. We are actively trying to use large language models to solve some problems in e-commerce recommendations and have made substantial progress. Therefore, we will continuously invest more resources in the research of recommendation algorithms based on large language models. We are looking for talented individuals to join our team in 2025. As a graduate, you will get unparalleled opportunities for you to kickstart your career, pursue bold ideas and explore limitless growth opportunities. Co-create a future driven by your inspiration with TikTok. Responsibilities: 1. Continuously track and understand the latest research progress of large language models, including pre-training, fine-tuning, instruction fine-tuning, prompt engineering, multimodal large models, etc. 2. Actively explore the combined application of large language models and recommendation systems to solve practical problems in recommendation systems, including person-goods matching, commodity governance, interest exploration, commodity understanding, and generative recommendation. 3. Cooperate with the infrastructure team to improve the efficiency of large model training, develop large model services, and improve the stability and scalability of training and services. 4. Cooperate with scientists in the team to publish research results in top academic conferences and expand the influence of the team.Minimum Qualifications: * Final year or recent graduates with a background in Computer Science, related technical field or equivalent industry experience, with top artificial intelligence conference papers (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, ACL, EMNLP, etc.) in machine learning (ML), computer vision (CV), natural language processing (NLP) and other fields. * Hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas: Large Language Models (LLM), Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Recommender Systems, Data Mining, or Natural Language Processing * Excellent programming skills, data structure and algorithm skills, proficient in C/C++ or Python programming language, candidates with awards in ACM/ICPC, NOI/IOI, Top Coder, Kaggle and other competitions are preferred. * Familiar with architecture and implementation of at least one mainstream machine learning programming framework (TensorFlow/PyTorch/MXNet)
    $112k-172k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • AI Research Scientist I (Intern) United States

    Cisco 4.8company rating

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens. Applications are accepted until further notice. **Meet the Team** Join a collaborative team of researchers and engineers dedicated to unlocking insights from substantial volumes of structured, unstructured, transactional, and real-time data. Together, we analyze diverse data sources to understand customer usage patterns and deliver actionable, impactful insights using advanced metrics, algorithms, and statistical techniques. **Your Impact** As an AI Research Intern, you will contribute to sophisticated research in large language models (LLMs), natural language processing (NLP), and multimodal deep learning. Working with senior researchers and cross-functional teams, you'll help build, implement, and evaluate machine learning models and algorithms. You'll participate in data collection, preprocessing, and analysis, and assist in developing and fine-tuning AI models for a variety of applications. Your expertise in data manipulation, model building, and database design will help transform raw data into important insights, while you continue to develop your skills with the latest tools and frameworks. You will also support research initiatives by creating experiments, comparing algorithms, tuning hyperparameters, and documenting results. In addition, you'll share findings with the team, contribute to reports and presentations, and help onboard new team members. Through collaboration and ongoing learning, your work will help identify business and research opportunities, drive strategic decisions, and advance the field of AI at Cisco. **Minimum Qualifications** + Currentlyenrolled in an undergraduate degree program. Relevant fieldsinclude:Relevant fieldsinclude:Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Statistics, Mathematics, Software Engineering, ora relatedprogram. + Proficiencyin software development, with experience in relevant programming languages (such as Python and Go) and associated tools. + Ability to analyze and interpret data using statistical methods or data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, pandas, NumPy). **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience working with inference engines (e.g.,vLLM, Triton,TorchServe) for LLM serving and optimization. + Familiarity with containerization and cloud platforms (such as Docker and AWS), as well as distributed systems for scaling and deploying AI models. + Familiarity with agentic AI concepts, agent frameworks, and related applications. + Experience training large language models (LLMs)-including modeling, optimization, fine-tuning, and serving-using Python and common AI libraries (such as TensorFlow,PyTorch, or Hugging Face Transformers), asevidencedby academic, project, or professional work. + Understanding ofmachine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing concepts, as proven through academic, project, or professional work. ProductIntern26 **Why Cisco?** At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. **Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:** Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: + 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees + 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco + Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees + Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) + 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next + Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members + Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: + .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; + 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; + 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and + Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $44,000.00 - $185,000.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $44,000.00 - $185,000.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
    $44k-185k yearly 18d ago
  • Research Scientist, Robotics Research - New College Grad 2025

    Nvidia 4.9company rating

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    NVIDIA is at the forefront of the AI and robotics revolution, and our robotics teams are on a mission to build the essential technology that can enable any company to become a robotics company. The Seattle Robotics Lab is passionate about fundamental and applied robotics research across the full robotics stack, including perception, planning, control, reinforcement learning, imitation learning, and simulation. This research strives to transform research paradigms, transfer into NVIDIA's robotics and simulation products, and build new robotics markets for the world. The Seattle Robotics Lab has led many influential works that have been presented at top robotics, AI, and computer vision conferences; these works include BayesSim, cu Robo, DeXtreme, DiSECT, Factory, GraspNet, ITPS, MimicGen, RVT, and SHAC. (See our publications page for a complete list.) The work has deeply impacted the research community and NVIDIA products, including Isaac Sim, Isaac Lab, and Isaac Manipulator. Furthermore, SRL collaborates closely with other research and engineering teams to advance and use the Cosmos and GR00T-N foundation models, as well as the Newton physics simulation engine. The team is targeting several grand challenges in robotics and is aiming to achieve never-before-seen capabilities within 2-3 years. We are looking for research scientists to play a pivotal role in these efforts. These scientists must have outstanding research and engineering skills, a proven research track record, strong supporting references, and a team-first approach. What you will be doing: * Developing algorithms, models, and methods for robotic manipulation and loco-manipulation, for both industrial and household applications; * Integrating these methods into real-world robotic manipulation systems, including those consisting of collaborative robot arms, industrial robot arms, mobile manipulators, humanoids, and dexterous hands; * Contributing to multi-person research projects that require a diverse set of skills across the robotics and machine learning stack; * Engaging with the academic community through high-impact publications, conferences, workshops, and code releases; * Collaborating with product managers and engineering teams to transfer your research into NVIDIA products that will have real-world impact; * Mentoring interns joining NVIDIA during their PhD programs. What we need to see: * Completing a PhD in Robotics, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). * A strong research track record, with work published in top robotics and AI conferences and journals such as RSS, CoRL, ICRA, IROS, IJRR, T-RO, NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, and EMNLP. * Exceptional programming skills in Python, as well as proficiency in modern deep learning frameworks (PyTorch or JAX), robotics frameworks (ROS or ROS2), and physics simulation frameworks (Isaac Sim/Lab or MuJoCo). Familiarity with C++, CUDA, and Warp is a plus. * Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with significant experience working on teams. * Comfort in working through the complexities of simulation and real-world robotics, including debugging physics simulators and renderers under rapid development; selecting, setting up, maintaining, and enhancing complex robotics hardware; debugging real-world communication systems; and designing robust workflows for model training and evaluation. The following research areas and applications are of particular interest: * Bimanual and dexterous manipulation * Mobile manipulation and humanoid loco-manipulation * Multisensory perception (e.g., vision, tactile, and force/torque sensing) * Simulation, sim-to-real, and real-to-sim * Vision-language-action (VLA) models, including architectural advancements, large-scale training, and test-time reasoning * Industrial applications, such as bin-picking, kitting, and assembly The Seattle Robotics Lab is currently located near the University of Washington and is moving to a new office in the vibrant Fremont neighborhood in 2026. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 160,000 USD - 258,750 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 29, 2025. NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
    $131k-180k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Research Scientist in ML Systems

    Bytedance 4.6company rating

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    Leveraging substantial data and computing resources and through continued investment in these domains, we have developed a proprietary general-purpose model with multimodal capabilities. In the Chinese market, Doubao models power over 50 ByteDance apps and business lines, including Doubao, Coze, and Dreamina, and is available to external enterprise clients via Volcano Engine. Today, the Doubao app stands as the most widely used AIGC application in China. The Machine Learning (ML) System sub-team combines system engineering and the art of machine learning to develop and maintain massively distributed ML training and Inference system/services around the world, providing high-performance, highly reliable, scalable systems for LLM/AIGC/AGI. In our team, you'll have the opportunity to build the large-scale heterogeneous system integrating with GPU/NPU/RDMA/Storage and keep it running stable and reliable, enrich your expertise in coding, performance analysis and distributed system, and be involved in the decision-making process. You'll also be part of a global team with members from the United States, China and Singapore working collaboratively towards unified project direction. Responsibilities * Responsible for the research and development of our machine learning system, including heterogeneous computing architecture, management, monitoring, and deployment of the machine learning system. * Work on projects related to distributed task scheduling, machine learning training, machine learning inference, scenario-driven, cross-layer optimization of system and AI algorithms, hardware for machine learning (GPU, FPGA, ASIC).Minimum Qualifications * Master or above degree in distributed, parallel computing principles and know the recent advances in computing, storage, networking, and hardware technologies; * Familiar with machine learning algorithms and platforms; * Basic understanding of how GPU, FPGA, ASIC works; * Expert in at least one or two programming languages in Linux environment: C/C++, Go, Python. Preferred Qualifications * Experienced in GPU based high performance computing, RDMA high-performance network; * Familiar with Tensorflow, Caffe, MxNet, PyTorch, or other deep learning frameworks; * Experiences in designing and operating large-scale systems in cloud computing or machine learning.
    $127k-184k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Research Scientist, Machine Learning (PhD)

    Meta 4.8company rating

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    Meta is at the forefront of a transformative change in its business and technology, and our research teams are driving this evolution. As a Research Scientist at Meta, you will have the opportunity to work on crucial projects and initiatives that have never been done before, helping to advance the way people connect around the world. You will be responsible for proactively identifying and driving changes as needed for your assigned codebase, product area, and/or systems, building strong cross-functional partnerships, and suggesting, collecting, and synthesizing requirements to create effective feature roadmaps. You will work alongside the world's leading engineers and researchers to solve some of the most exciting and massive social data and prediction problems that exist.As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise to drive innovation and solve complex problems. Your experience with frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or equivalent, as well as your ability to translate insights into business recommendations, will be valuable assets in this role. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about building and shipping high-quality work, achieving high reliability, and working independently without guidance.This is a Software Engineering role, and core responsibilities include coding and applied engineering work. You will be expected to write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code, and contribute to the development of innovative software solutions. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the development of innovative solutions that push the boundaries of scalable computing. We offer a dynamic and innovative work environment that encourages creativity and experimentation, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about driving innovation and advancing the way people connect, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. **Required Skills:** Research Scientist, Machine Learning (PhD) Responsibilities: 1. Proactively identify and drive changes as needed for your assigned codebase, product area and/or systems 2. Build strong cross functional partnerships and code deliverables 3. Suggest, collect and synthesize requirements and create effective feature roadmaps 4. Perform specific responsibilities which vary by team **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 5. Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a PhD degree or completing a postdoctoral assignment in the field of Computer Science, Computer Engineering or relevant technical field. Degree must be completed prior to joining Meta 6. Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Degree must be completed prior to joining Meta 7. Relevant experience using frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow or equivalent 8. Proven experience to translate insights into business recommendations 9. Experience building and shipping high quality work and achieving high reliability 10. Experience in systems software or algorithms 11. Experience programming in a relevant language 12. Experience identifying, designing and completing medium to large features independently, without guidance 13. Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment **Preferred Qualifications:** Preferred Qualifications: 14. Demonstrated software engineer experience via an internship, work experience, coding competitions, or used contributions in open source repositories (e.g. GitHub) 15. Research and/or hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas: Machine Learning, NLP, Recommendation Systems, Pattern Recognition, Data Mining, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence or other relevant fields 16. Experience with programming languages such as Python, R, MATLAB 17. Proven track record of achieving results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at workshops or conferences such as KDD, NeurIPS, ICML, WWW, ACL, ICLR, CVPR or similar 18. Experience solving complex problems and comparing alternative solutions, tradeoffs, and different perspectives to determine a path forward 19. Interpersonal experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment 20. Exposure to architectural patterns of large scale software applications **Public Compensation:** $56.25/hour to $173,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
    $173k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Research Scientist

    Open Door 4.5company rating

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    About the Role We're looking for an experienced Senior / Staff Research Scientist to push the boundaries of applied machine learning and AI at Opendoor. While this role will have a significant impact on our valuation systems - ensuring we provide the most accurate and transparent pricing possible - the scope goes well beyond pricing. You'll work across a range of challenging ML problems, from multi-modal modeling to operational optimization, helping us rethink how we use structured and unstructured data to make better decisions for our customers. What You'll Need Strong software engineering and coding skills in Python, with experience contributing to production codebases 7+ years of experience developing and deploying ML models end-to-end - from research and prototyping to implementation in production systems Hands-on experience with deep learning architectures, including ConvNets, Transformers, or similar Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in computer science, statistics, mathematics, or a related quantitative field Solid foundation in statistics and experimental design Strong communication and collaboration skills - you're comfortable working with cross-functional stakeholders and can communicate technical ideas clearly Nice to Have Familiarity with Pyspark and distributed data processing Background in search, recommendation systems, or personalization Experience working with large language models (LLMs) or vision-language models (VLMs) A genuine interest in real estate - no prior experience required, but you'll engage deeply with housing data What You'll Do Design and deploy architectural improvements to our deep neural network (DNN)-based home valuation models Build interpretable ML models that can help us explain pricing decisions to customers Incorporate unstructured data - like images, videos, or text - into our forecasting and valuation pipelines using cutting-edge AI models (LLMs, VLMs, etc.) Collaborate with Engineering and Ops to enhance our human-in-the-loop pricing systems Improve the feature engineering and model training pipelines that power our production systems Rethink our risk and optimization models using real-world data and domain insight We're a small, nimble team - there's ample opportunity to work across the entire research and modeling stack. Compensation The base pay range for this position is $197,000-271,700 annually, plus RSUs and bonuses. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on your qualifications, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We also offer a comprehensive package of benefits including unlimited PTO, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. About us…. Powering life's progress, one move at a time Since 2014, we've been reinventing life's most important transaction with a new, simple way to buy and sell a home. The traditional real estate process is broken, and our mission is clear: build a digital, end-to-end experience that makes buying and selling a home simple and certain. We're a team of problem solvers, innovators, and operators building the largest, most trusted platform for residential real estate. Whether it's starting a family, taking a new job, or making a life change, we help people move forward with confidence. This work isn't easy, and it's not for everyone. But if you want to be part of a team that's tilting the world in favor of people who want to sell, buy, or own a home then you'll find purpose here. Opendoor Values Openness We believe that being open about who we are and what we do allows us to be better. Individuals seeking employment at Opendoor are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other protected status under all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. We collect, use, and disclose applicant personal information as described in our personnel privacy policies. To learn more, you can find the policy details for California residents here and for Canada residents here. We are committed to assisting members of the military community in utilizing their skills at Opendoor. U.S. candidates are able to review your military job classification at MyNextMove.org and apply for positions that align with your expertise. At Opendoor, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, religious beliefs, or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at ********************************.
    $70k-115k yearly est. Auto-Apply 18d ago
  • 2026 University Graduate - Research Scientist

    Adobe Systems Incorporated 4.8company rating

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    Our Company Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe's all about. We give everyone-from emerging artists to global brands-everything they need to design and deliver exceptional digital experiences! We're passionate about empowering people to create beautiful and powerful images, videos, and apps, and transform how companies interact with customers across every screen. We're on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours! The Opportunity Initiates the design, development, execution and implementation of technology research projects. Investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions and products. Plans and executes applied research. Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories and may contribute to scientific literature and conferences. May participate in development of patent applications. May coordinate interdepartmental activities and research efforts. What You'll Do * Work towards long-term results-oriented research goals, while identifying intermediate achievements. * Contribute to research that can be applied to Adobe product development. * Integrating novel video research into Adobe's products. * Lead and collaborate on research projects across different Adobe divisions What You Need to Succeed * PhD or Master degree in machine learning, AI, computer science, statistics, or scene semantic understanding; or equivalent experience required with an expected graduation date of December 2026 - June 2027 * 0-1 + years of experience in specific skill/field(s) * Experience communicating research for public audiences of peers. * Experience working in teams. * Knowledge of Web based application development. * Functional knowledge of C++, Python and JavaScript programming languages. * Working knowledge of ML programming. * Experience with graph base computing would be helpful. * Functional knowledge of UI programming concepts. Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Learn more. Adobe aims to make Adobe.com accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call **************. Adobe values a free and open marketplace for all employees and has policies in place to ensure that we do not enter into illegal agreements with other companies to not recruit or hire each other's employees. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $120,700 -- $228,600 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. At Adobe, for sales roles starting salaries are expressed as total target compensation (TTC = base + commission), and short-term incentives are in the form of sales commission plans. Non-sales roles starting salaries are expressed as base salary and short-term incentives are in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP). In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award. State-Specific Notices: California: Fair Chance Ordinances Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and "fair chance" ordinances. Colorado: Application Window Notice If this role is open to hiring in Colorado (as listed on the job posting), the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time based on hiring needs. Massachusetts: Massachusetts Legal Notice It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Learn more. Adobe aims to make Adobe.com accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call **************.
    $120.7k-228.6k yearly 57d ago
  • Machine Learning Research Scientist/ Engineer, Agents

    Scale Ai Inc. 4.1company rating

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    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.
    $70k-116k yearly est. Auto-Apply 26d ago
  • Research Scientist

    Prime Team Partners

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    Research Scientist - Frontier AI & Open Collaboration Seattle/San Mateo: Hybrid onsite Compensation: $190-265k, DOE and negotiable Our client is advancing the future of AI through open-source innovation and collaborative research. They're building a platform that empowers researchers and developers to create state-of-the-art models - from data preparation to deployment - and they're looking for a Research Scientist to help push the boundaries of what's possible. This role is ideal for someone passionate about large language models (LLMs), vision-language models (VLMs), and the open-source ecosystem. You'll work on model development, data curation, benchmark creation, and contribute to impactful research published in top-tier venues. What You'll Do * Conduct original research on LLMs, VLMs, and related architectures * Curate high-quality datasets and design evaluation benchmarks * Collaborate with engineers and researchers across the open-source community * Publish findings in leading conferences and journals * Contribute to open-source tools, models, and libraries Ideal profile * Ph.D., MSc, or equivalent experience in ML, AI, or computer science * Strong publication record or demonstrated research impact * Deep expertise in machine learning and deep learning * Proficiency in Python and frameworks like PyTorch * Passion for open-source and collaborative development * Initiative and ownership in fast-paced environments Prime Team Partners is an equal opportunity employer. Prime Team Partners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy status, gender, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by applicable state or federal civil rights laws. For contract positions, hired candidates will be employed by Prime Team for the duration of the contract period and be eligible for our company benefits. Benefits include medical, dental and vision. Employees are covered at 75%. We offer a 401K after 6 months, we do not provide paid holidays or PTO, sick time is offered in accordance with local laws.
    $63k-105k yearly est. 42d ago
  • Research Scientist / Engineer - Agents

    Chipstack

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    Job Description Chips are at the center of today's tech-driven world. But how we design them has not changed in decades, while their complexity and specialization have skyrocketed due to increasing performance demands from applications like AI. We want to change that. Our team is small, technical, and fast-moving. We've built and shipped at the intersection of AI, EDA, and systems software, with deep roots at companies like Qualcomm, Nvidia, Google, Meta, and the Allen Institute for AI. We're backed by top investors including Khosla Ventures, Cerberus, and Clear Ventures, and already deployed with 10+ innovative customers-from Fortune 100s to cutting-edge AI silicon startups. Role Overview You'll design, engineer, and research agentic systems-software that plans, executes, uses tools, and learns. You'll bridge LLM agent research (prompting, tool use, memory architectures) with the engineering that puts these systems in production for chip design workflows. Key Responsibilities Agent Research & Prototyping Architect and iterate on agentic components: memory, context engineering, tool usage, multi-agent coordination Experiment with prompting, finetuning, and orchestration to improve agent performance Infrastructure Development Build scalable infrastructure for prompt iteration/testing, benchmarking, logging, and evaluation Assist with pipelines for fine-tuning, automated evaluation, and model deployment. Collaboration & Integration Work directly with chip designers and ML infra engineers to embed agentic workflows into chip design pipelines Partner with product teams to solve core agent challenges (e.g., long-horizon planning, tool integration) Research & Metrics Define and evaluate performance metrics for agent systems Design goal-oriented agentic workflows to enhance task completion You Should Have 5+ years of combined ML research and / or software engineering experience Hands-on with LLMs: prompting, finetuning, evaluation Strong programming skills Solid foundations in distributed systems, data pipelines Cloud + on-premise infra experience involving GPUs. Familiarity with Docker Excellent communication & a bias toward collaborative problem-solving PhD or MS in ML, CS, or related field, or equivalent research + implementation experience Ability to build, evaluate, and iterate LLM-based applications Nice-to-Have Experience in fine-tuning LLMs specifically for agentic applications Experience designing agentic systems or multi-agent workflows Familiarity with reinforcement learning (RLHF/RL-agent contexts) Background in integrated ML infra and agent evaluation pipelines Interest or experience in the chip design/EDA domain What Makes This Role Unique Play a key role at the intersection of agent research and real-world infra, delivering autonomous workflows for chip design Influence both the research direction and the productionization of agentic systems Join a tight-knit founding team, directly impacting high-stakes chip-design automation tasks Culture Challenge status quo : We are innovators who can challenge the status quo and push forward our vision of the world. Strong opinions, loosely held : We are low on ego, but high on collaboration. We are okay to be wrong and are always open to learning. Ship fast, ship quality : We ruthlessly prioritize what matters. We build a few things, but at lightning speed with high quality. Proud of our craft : Attention to detail is in our DNA. We take pride in what we build and ensure they exceed the high standards of the semiconductor industry.
    $63k-105k yearly est. 28d ago
  • Research Scientist, Empowering Humans Using LLMs

    Deepmind

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    Snapshot Advance research in empowering humans in the era of LLM. We do this by enabling better control (make the model do what we want to do) and and better leveraging (make the model to teach us something new so we evolve). We consider the two problems as two sides of the same coin. We do ambitious short and long-term research, aiming at both internal impact and external publications. About Us We are a team in Google DeepMind, with a mission to build AI responsibly to benefit humanity. This role is for the GDM Seattle office where many of our team members are located. We are part of Foundational Research with eyes on practical applications as well as impactful publications. Our ultimate mission is to empower people rather than replacing them. Our team consists of PhDs expertise in interpretability, cognitive science, bayesian theory, NLP, and many others. The Role Research scientist role to advance research in understanding large language models by considering controllability as a dual problem. The RS will join the team's project to push together as a team, rather than starting their independent singleton research. Key responsibilities: Work as a team Conduct research in understanding the model with practicality as a focus. Translate research findings into useful internal applications. Publish and present findings at internal and external venues to influence the field. About You In order to set you up for success as a Research Scientist at Google DeepMind, we look for the following skills and experience: PhD in machine learning, statistics or related fields Strong publication record Strong record in LLMs and foundation models and related engineering skills Strong communication skills In addition, the following would be an advantage: Strong end-to-end system building and prototyping skills The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $141,000 - $202,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your targeted location during the hiring process. At Google DeepMind, we value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis as protected by applicable law. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.
    $63k-105k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Proactive Intelligence, Applied Research Scientist Generative AI

    Career-Mover

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    Apple is seeking Applied Research Scientists with expertise in Generative AI to join their team. The role involves leveraging state-of-the-art Generative models to enhance Apple's products and services for various devices, including the iPhone, Mac, Apple Watch, and iPad. The team's mission is to enhance Apple platforms by understanding and adapting to user behavior through machine learning, resulting in exceptional features integrated into Apple platforms. The ideal candidate should have industry experience in modeling areas such as Conversational Agents, Reinforcement Learning, and Large Language Models. They should also possess strong programming skills in Python and/or C++, proficiency in ML toolkits like PyTorch and TensorFlow, and the ability to build deep-learning systems. This role requires creative problem-solving, collaboration, and hands-on work in multi-functional teams. Candidates should hold an M. S. or PhD in Computer Science or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in applied ML and/or product development. The base pay range for this role is $161,700 to $284,900, with additional benefits and stock programs offered to Apple employees. Publications in top-tier conferences and experience in robotics, deep learning, and mobile device development are advantageous.
    $63k-105k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Research Scientist

    Oumi

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    Why we exist: Oumi is on a mission to make frontier AI truly open for all. We are founded on the belief that AI will have a transformative impact on humanity, and that developing it collectively, in the open, is the best path forward to ensure that it is done efficiently and safely. What we do: Oumi provides an all-in-one platform to build state-of-the-art AI models, end to end, from data preparation to production deployment, empowering innovators to build cutting-edge models at any scale. Oumi also develops open foundation models in collaboration with academic collaborators and the open community. Our Approach: Oumi is fundamentally an open-source first company, with open-collaboration across the community as a core principle. Our work is: Open Source First: All our platform and core technology is open source Research-driven: We conduct and publish original research in AI, collaborating with our community of academic research labs and collaborators Community-powered: We believe in the power of open-collaboration and welcome contributions from researchers and developers worldwide Role Overview The Research Scientist will be an integral part of Oumi's research team, focusing on advancing the state-of-the-art in large language models (LLMs), vision language models (VLMs), and related technologies. This role involves conducting cutting-edge research, contributing to open-source projects, and collaborating with other researchers and engineers. Researchers at Oumi will work on various aspects of LLM/VLM development including training, evaluation, data curation, and benchmark development. What you'll do: Model Development: Conduct research on training and evaluating new Large language models (LLMs), Vision Language Models (VLMs), and other AI models. This includes exploring new architectures, training techniques, and optimization methods. Data Curation: Develop methodologies for curating high-quality datasets for training and evaluating LLMs. This may involve data synthesis and other novel techniques. Benchmark Development: Develop evaluation benchmarks to measure the performance of LLMs across various tasks and domains. Research and Experimentation: Design and conduct experiments to validate research hypotheses and improve model performance. Open Source Contribution: Contribute to the Oumi open-source platform, models and projects, and other relevant tools and libraries. Collaboration: Collaborate with other researchers, engineers, and the broader community to advance the field of open-source AI. Publication: Publish research findings in leading conferences and journals. Platform Evaluation: Evaluate existing models and identify areas of improvement. Flexibility: Work with various models, including text and multimodal models, and both open and closed models. Problem Solving: Focus on the research that matters by skipping the plumbing and moving straight to research, building on the work of others and contributing back. What you'll bring: Education: A Ph.D. or MSc. in computer science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, or a related field is preferred. Candidates with a strong publication record, or equivalent industry experience will be considered. Research Experience: Demonstrated experience in conducting original research in machine learning, with a strong publication record in top-tier conferences or journals. ML Expertise: Deep understanding of machine learning and deep learning concepts, with specific knowledge of large language models (LLMs) and/or vision language models (VLMs). Programming Skills: Strong programming skills in Python and experience using deep learning frameworks (e.g. PyTorch). Open Source: Familiarity with open-source projects and a passion for contributing to the open-source community. Initiative: A self-starter who can work independently and take ownership of initiatives. Values: Share Oumi's values: Beneficial for all, Customer-obsessed, Radical Ownership, Exceptional Teammates, Science-grounded. Benefits Equity in a high-growth startup Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance 21 days PTO Regular team offsites and events Location: Hybrid work environment, with offices in: San Mateo, CA Seattle, WA New York, NY
    $63k-105k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • ML Postdoc Researcher - LLMs & Generative AI

    Truveta

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    Truveta is the world's first health provider led data platform with a vision of Saving Lives with Data. Our mission is to enable researchers to find cures faster, empower every clinician to be an expert, and help families make the most informed decisions about their care. Achieving Truveta' s ambitious vision requires an incredible team of talented and inspired people with a special combination of health, software and big data experience who share our company values. Our headquarters are in the greater Seattle area, but we celebrate and embrace a remote culture. Participation in the Postdoctoral Research program requires that you are physically present in the United States for the duration of the program. #LI-remote Who We Need We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Machine Learning Postdoctoral Researcher to join our AI research team and contribute to our innovative projects in the field of Large Language Modeling (LLM) and clinical data analysis. Beyond core capabilities, we are seeking problem solvers, passionate and collaborative teammates, and those willing to roll up their sleeves while making a difference. If you are interested in the opportunity to pursue purposeful work, join a mission-driven team, and build a rewarding career while having fun, Truveta may be the perfect fit for you. Program Details Our Postdoctoral Research program is designed for candidates who have completed their PhD within the last two years and worked in their area of expertise since graduation as a postdoc, professor, or industry researcher/scientist. Candidates are expected to demonstrate both independence in defining their research strategy within a domain as well as an ability to apply innovative solutions to our products. Our postdoc research programs are designed to be a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 12 months, with the opportunity to extend beyond the initially agreed term based on the company's needs and the candidate's desires. This Opportunity We are looking for machine learning experts who can utilize applied science and software development skills in building our Foundation Models that help us address some of the hardest problems towards our vision of Saving Lives with Data. You will work in an exciting and fast-paced environment, collaborating closely with multiple teams across the company. You will work as part of an organization that brings together talent from diverse backgrounds including software engineering, big data, machine learning and AI, clinical informatics, and medicine making our team an exciting place to work. We value and encourage diversity in the belief that our differences make us and our products better. In this role, you will: Collaborate with researchers and engineers to design, develop, and refine large language models and generative models for various applications. Utilize your expertise in machine learning and natural language processing to develop novel algorithms and methodologies for generative modeling tasks. Implement, train, and fine-tune LLM and GPT-like models on large-scale datasets to ensure optimal performance and accuracy. Stay up to date with the latest research advancements and techniques in the field of language modeling, generative modeling, and machine learning. Deliver the next generation of innovation in trustworthy healthcare. Key Qualifications Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a focus on machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), Large Language Models (LLMs), multi-modal foundation models, and generative AI Strong theoretical and practical background in NLP including experience with state-of-the-art architectures Proficiency in deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.) and libraries commonly used in NLP and Generative AI Solid programming skills in Python and the ability to write clean, efficient, and well-documented code Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, along with a strong analytical mindset and persistence in resolving problems Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment Preferred Qualifications Experience with distributed parallel training, large-scale multi-modal foundation and generative models Familiarity with parameter-efficient tuning techniques, Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback (RLHF), and prompt engineering techniques Familiarity with training multi-modal foundation models Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure and experience deploying large-scale machine learning models in production environments A track record of publications and contributions to the machine learning and natural language processing communities This postdoctoral research program offers a unique chance to work on state-of-the-art language models and contribute to transformative research with the vision of Saving Lives with Data. You will be part of a dynamic team of researchers and engineers who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of machine learning and natural language understanding in the healthcare domain. Join us and make a significant impact on the future of healthcare and patient well-being. Why Truveta? Be a part of building something special. Now is the perfect time to join Truveta. We have strong, established leadership with decades of success. We are well-funded. We are building a culture that prioritizes people and their passions across personal, professional and everything in between. Join us as we build an amazing company together. We offer: Competitive compensation Company-issued laptop and equipment Opportunities for future full-time positions The range for this position is $50-$60 per hour Truveta is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and empowering workplace. We believe that having employees, interns, and contractors with diverse backgrounds enables Truveta to better meet our mission and serve patients and health communities around the world. We recognize that opportunities in technology historically excluded and continue to disproportionately exclude Black and Indigenous people, people of color, people from working class backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ people. We strongly encourage individuals with these identities to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements.
    $50-60 hourly Auto-Apply 4d ago
  • Clinical Research Investigator (MD/DO)

    DM Clinical Research

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    Clinical Research Investigator DM Clinical Research, the largest privately-owned research management organization in the Houston area and one of the top 50 in the country, is looking for an Investigator for our sites in Seattle, WA. This individual will conduct all clinical trials (studies) according to ICH, GCP, local regulations, study protocols, and company processes. Responsibilities Ensures the medical well-being and safety of the participants through the safe performance and execution of the studies. Assists in maintaining clinical oversight and quality on the studies registered on and delivers on study targets, thereby contributing to the commercial success of the site. Reviews enrollment progress, pre-screening and screening success rates, screen failure rates, safety, and retention of participants. Interprets protocols and IB and participates in initiatives to strategize for patient recruitment. Carries out clinical evaluation and assessment of participants to ensure eligible participants are enrolled onto studies. Ensures and protects the welfare and safety of participants through ethical conduct. Fulfills and comply with all medical duties as per protocol, SOP/COP and ICH GCP and local regulations. Exercises meticulous attention to detail in documentation and patient care. Requirements Medical License (MD, DO) At least 2 years of experience as a Clinical Research Investigator. Spanish Bilingual a plus.
    $67k-114k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Research Scientist/Engineer 2 (Temporary)

    University of Washington 4.4company rating

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. **_The Department of Urology_** **has an outstanding opportunity for a** **_Temporary_** **Research Scientist/Engineer 2** **to join their team.** The Research Scientist/Engineer 2 will facilitate ongoing research projects spanning basic and translational science studies, and interact with collaborators at the University and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. This person will work under supervision to complete assigned tasks/projects. The overall direction will be supplied by the Principal Investigator. The employee will be responsible for following experimental design and safety guidelines. The employee will also act as a team member for our on-call Rapid Autopsy Program, interacting with a team of research scientists and physicians through tissue collections. The employee will also work in vivarium with mice. **COMPLEXITIES** This position is in the Department of Urology, Genitourinary Cancer Research Laboratory. The position involves cell culture, performing a variety of molecular biology techniques, processing and staining of tissue samples, and working in an animal facility with mice. The candidate must have a willingness to learn and the ability to work with team members within the laboratory and collaborators outside of the laboratory. The employee will perform routine scientific work applying standardized scientific procedures and techniques but are also involved in the on-call Rapid Autopsy Program. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** **Cell Culture, Basic Molecular Biology and Standard Histology Techniques 60%:** The successful applicant will be highly proficient in: · Techniques in cell culture including drug screen assays and transfections. · The isolation, measurement and quality control of RNA and DNA for downstream molecular analysis. · Techniques such as: realtime PCR, western blot analysis, and ELISA. · Basic histology and imaging (fixing, decalcification, sectioning, and staining of tissue including immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence). · Working in SPF facility with mice · Utilize thorough knowledge of Cell Culture, Basic Molecular Biology and Standard Histology Techniques · Teaching and supervision of delegated tasks with participation in the execution of these tasks as necessary. · Meets with the Pl or other collaborating faculty and participates in running of the research studies. · Assigns study tasks to support staff to assure timely execution of the research project. · Meets with the Pl or other collaborating faculty and participates in the design of the research studies. · Assures that the studies are performed according to approved protocols. · Is cognizant of the ongoing research projects in the facility and is able to articulate overall research goals. **Collection and Documentation of Data 20%:** · Must be very attentive to detail and keep accurate records, in addition to research notes that provide sufficient detailed information for reproducing results or procedures by other individuals. · Collect, compile (e.g., entering data into Excel spreadsheet and generating graphs), and correlate data and recognize discrepancies in results. · Contribute data/findings for use in reports, documents or oral/written presentations. **Participate in an on-call Rapid Autopsy team 10%:** · Rotate (every third week) as a member of a Rapid Autopsy team. · When on rotation, the Rapid Autopsy Program necessitates that the applicant be in the laboratory within two hours of being paged. Each laboratory member participates in approximately 5-6 rapid autopsies per year. · Assist with the Rapid Autopsy process and collection and processing of samples. **Other Related Duties 10%:** · Order and ship materials when required. · Interact in a collaborative manner with others to accomplish organizational goals and provide ideas for improved efficiency. · Update the laboratory chemical inventory, maintain the chemical inventory and manage the disposal of chemicals when appropriate, with the expectation of becoming the laboratory chemical safety officer. · Learn new techniques as required for optimal job performance. · Work with undergraduate students when required. · Perform other duties as assigned. **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS** · Bachelor's degree in basic biological sciences with an emphasis in one of the biology disciplines and at least two years of relevant experience. **_Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a_** **_license/certification/registration._** **ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS** A strong working understanding of cell culture. · Basic molecular biology experience in RNA and DNA isolation, realtime PCR, western blot analysis, and immunohistochemistry. · Experience working with mice. · Familiarity with software to compile spreadsheets of acquired data. **DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS** · Experience in the processing of tissues is desired but not a requirement. **CONDITITONS OF EMPLOYMENT** · Must be able to work to complete assigned tasks/projects under supervision. · This position requires flexibility in the working hours, including extension into the evening when mandated by experiments or processing of specimens, and on occasion requires working outside of the standard workweek. **Compensation, Benefits and Position Details** **Pay Range Minimum:** $61,920.00 annual **Pay Range Maximum:** $113,580.00 annual **Other Compensation:** - **Benefits:** For information about benefits for this position, visit **************************************************************************************** **Shift:** First Shift (United States of America) **Temporary or Regular?** This is a temporary position **FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):** 100.00% **Union/Bargaining Unit:** Not Applicable **About the UW** Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. **Our Commitment** The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (*********************************************************************************************************************** . To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at ************ or ********** . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (********************************************************* . University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
    $61.9k-113.6k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Research Associate - Chem

    Altpep Corp

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    AltPep Corporation is a biomedical company based along Seattle's Lake Union developing groundbreaking disease-modifying treatments and detection tools for amyloid diseases by targeting a novel early molecular trigger: alpha sheet oligomers. Our lead programs focus on Alzheimers and Parkinsons diseases, with other amyloid diseases on the horizon. AltPeps goal is to change the course of these debilitating diseases that affect over a billion people around the globe. AltPep draws its origins to Dr. Valerie Daggett's lab at the University of Washington's Bioengineering Department. We are looking for additional team members to join us at our state-of-the-art, headquarters located on the Eastside of Lake Union in Seattle. About this Role We are seeking a meticulous and dynamic Research Associate to join our team. You will be responsible for conducting and supporting laboratory research, including peptide synthesis, characterization (spectroscopy, biophysical, etc.), formulation activities, bioanalytical (pharmacokinetics) experiments, and stability studies, while ensuring the highest standards of quality and precision. Your contributions will be critical to the success of our research and development efforts, and you will have opportunities to work both independently and collaboratively within our innovative team. What Youll Do: Characterize peptides by UHPLC, mass spectrometry, circular dichroism, etc. Engage in chemical synthesis and peptide modifications to meet research and development objectives. Operate both manual and automated solid-phase peptide synthesis systems. Conduct (prep- and semi-prep) HPLC purification of peptides. Support novel Drug Product formulation development Support bioanalytical experiments and stability studies Troubleshoot and maintain instrumentation to ensure smooth laboratory operations. Maintain rigorous quality of experimental details outlined in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Document research findings meticulously in lab books and records. Work both independently and collaboratively within an innovative team to achieve project goals. Prioritize and organize workflow to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory environment. Analyze and interpret data and generate reports Regularly communicate results, in written form and oral presentations, to the rest of the team and occasionally to senior management and in All-Company meetings. What You Bring: Must Haves: Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, bioengineering, or a related field. Experience in instrumental analysis using HPLC, UHPLC, and LC-MS. Ability to conduct quantitative analysis and apply quality control criteria effectively. Meticulous record-keeping abilities and attention to detail. Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment and responsiveness to quick changes in tasks/priorities. Ability to learn rapidly and implement new laboratory techniques as needed Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workflow. What Will Separate You From the Rest: 2+ years of post-graduate experience in a relevant field, with previous biotech experience being a plus. Hands-on experience with solid-phase peptide synthesis and HPLC purification. Experience with productivity and scientific software, including ChemDraw /Marvinsketch Familiarity with PubMed and other information sources for pharmaceuticals. Ability to work independently while also valuing team collaboration. Knowledge of Quality Management Systems. Ability to learn and implement new analytical and synthetic chemistry techniques. Effective communication practices with peers and senior personnel. Flexible approach to structure and workflow management. Commitment to maintaining high standards of precision and cleanliness in laboratory work. Debilitating diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's affect more than a billion people worldwide. Drawing upon decades of academic research, AltPep was founded to create groundbreaking tools to detect and treat such diseases. Although a young company, AltPep has been recognized for its scientific accomplishment and potential. While still small and nimble, we have grown to a team of thirty talented individuals dedicated to improving the lives of billions. We continue to grow and are looking for talented people to join the team and help us accomplish our mission. We offer competitive compensation to those joining our fight. The compensation range for a Research Associate is $78,000 - $88,000, depending on experience. AltPep takes care of its employees and offers generous stock options, medical, vision, and dental coverage for its employees and their dependents. We understand, and value, life outside of work and offer competitive PTO so you can rest and recharge.
    $78k-88k yearly 1d ago
  • Research Associate I, Digital Biotechnologies

    Adaptive Biotechnologies 3.8company rating

    Research fellow job in Seattle, WA

    At Adaptive, we're Powering the Age of Immune Medicine. Our goal is to harness the power of the adaptive immune system to transform the way diseases are diagnosed and treated. As an Adapter, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives. With Adaptive, you'll create a career highlight through collaboration with bright, curious colleagues working at the apex of innovation and application. It's time for your next chapter. Discover your story with Adaptive. Position Overview Adaptive is seeking an exceptional Research Associate I to join a new subsidiary spinout, Digital Biotechnologies Inc. The Scientist will play a critical role in helping to develop a “Next” Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) instrument specifically designed for clinical medicine. Present methods for high-throughput sequencing are not suitable for many clinical applications, as all current NGS platforms lack the combination of high accuracy, rapid turnaround time, and low cost that would lead to robust clinical utility. In collaboration with academic and industry scientists across the country, Digital Biotechnologies is engineering the first solid-state sequencer with the specifications necessary for a widely applicable clinical sequencing instrument. In this role, the Research Associate I, performs assigned experiments or other related work under close supervision, which leverage Digital's novel intellectual property to realize the company's strategic objectives in fundamental science, health care and business development. Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions Synthesis and characterization of inorganic and organic nanomaterials. Routine microscopy (e.g., atomic force microscopy (AFM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), optical microscopy) and image analysis. Prepare samples following a provided experimental plan. Conduct experiments or other related work based on provided protocols. With guidance, collates and interprets data and synthesizes results into a conclusion. Ability to execute experiments efficiently in a wet lab and suggest process improvements. Recognize patterns or inconsistencies when assessing results and share with supervisor. Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Other) Required Bachelor's degree in chemistry, materials science, nanotechnology, engineering (biomedical, chemical, material), physics, or other related field. Applicants should have 1+ years experience working in a laboratory. Ability to work closely and collaboratively with a team of other researchers. Preferred Experience in nanoparticle, nanomaterials, and/or chemical synthesis. Experience in electron and/or scanning probe microscopy. Experience working with DNA and related molecular biology techniques (e.g., purification, quantification, NGS). Working Conditions Job requires working in a lab and may require handling hazardous chemicals, biological material including blood, bone marrow, and tissue. Work occasionally requires flexible and/or extended hours. Physical Requirements Staff may have to periodically spend extended periods of time standing/sitting within the lab while executing repetitive work, which also includes: Lift Lift >20 pounds occasionally Lift/move large freezers and fridges with the assistance of dollies and carts Occasionally spend Constant work in labs, following all guidelines and protective measures. Compensation Hourly Rate: $26.88 - $40.33 Possible “other compensation” elements to include: equity grant ALERT: Malicious groups posing as Adaptive employees have recently used fraudulent email aliases to extend employment offers, provide fake documents, and request sensitive personal and financial information. Legitimate Adaptive employment opportunities are initiated through our careers page and extended after multiple interviews with verified employees. Adaptive does not ask new hires to purchase anything out-of-pocket, including home office supplies and equipment. Interested in this position, but don't meet all the requirements? Adaptive is committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams across our organization. Please consider applying even if your experience doesn't match all the qualifications; you may be the exact candidate we're searching for! Adaptive is not currently sponsoring candidates requiring work authorization support for this position. Adaptive's posted compensation information includes a base salary (or hourly rate) range and summary of other available total compensation. The base salary range represents a minimum-to-maximum salary (or hourly rate) available to candidates upon extension of offer. Base salary is thoughtfully considered upon offer and is determined through multiple evaluation checks throughout the interview process, including: a candidate's ability to meet minimum qualifications (skills/experience/education), a candidate's ability to thoughtfully address preferred qualifications, current market conditions, and internal pay equity. Listed base salary is exclusive of bonus, commission, equity, differential pay, benefits, and other incentives. Adaptive's benefits at-a-glance. Adaptive Biotechnologies is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Please refer the “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” Poster for more information. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email **********************. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail accommodations@adaptivebiotech.com. This email is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: Adaptive Biotechnologies values our relationships with our Recruitment Partners and will only accept resumes from those partners who have active agreements with Adaptive. Adaptive Biotechnologies is not responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited or are received by any employee of Adaptive Biotechnologies who is not a member of the Human Resources team.
    $26.9-40.3 hourly Auto-Apply 12d ago

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