Remote AI Researcher

Summary

Join Thoughtworks as an AI Researcher to lead and conduct innovative AI research projects, combining expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and computational methods to advance the state of the art in AI.

Requirements

• Experience leading AI research projects, from problem definition through topublishing and presenting results
• Proficient in machine learning, deep learning, statistical modeling, hypothesis testing, optimization, and other AI techniques to conduct novel research
• Expertise in at least one specialized area of AI (e.g., natural language processing, computer vision, generative models, etc.)
• Skilled in using Python, along with modern deep learning tooling (e.g. PyTorch, the HuggingFace library stack, etc.)
• Familiarity with research tools, version control, and open-source practices to maintain high standards of code quality and reproducibility
• Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Machine Learning, or a related field, with a focus on AI or mathematical modeling
• 2+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, or a related discipline
• Strong foundation in mathematics and an openness to exploring multiple research methodologies

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage AI research projects from inception to completion, including setting research objectives, designing experiments, and ensuring rigorous methodology
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and define research problems that align with strategic objectives and advance the field of AI
• Conduct original research to develop new models, algorithms, and methodologies, focusing on publishing results in top-tier academic conferences and journal
• Develop high-quality research code and contribute to open-source projects, ensuring reproducibility and accessibility of research findings
• Design and execute experiments to test hypotheses, validate models, and explore new AI techniques. Communicate research findings and insights through academic papers, technical reports, presentations, and other dissemination methods
• Mentor junior researchers, fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment that encourages learning and knowledge sharing
• Adhere to ethical guidelines and best practices in AI research
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI research and contribute to Thoughtworks’ thought leadership in the AI community