Machine Learning Research Scientist + Equity at Deep tech AI research startup

Machine Learning Research Scientist ($120k-180k + Equity) at Deep tech AI research startup

Salary: $120k-180k + Equity

Company

Description:

Deep tech AI research startup

Job Description: Join a pioneering deep tech AI research startup as a Machine Learning Research Scientist. You’ll design, build, and test advanced protein language models, driving innovation from theoretical concepts to practical implementation. This role demands a strong mathematical foundation and a passion for impactful, mission‑driven research in a fast‑paced, early‑stage environment, collaborating closely with lab teams to create groundbreaking proteins.

Location: San Francisco, CA, USA

• Lead the design and implementation of novel protein language models, pushing the boundaries of AI in biotech.
• Join a well‑funded, seed‑stage startup backed by top‑tier VCs, poised for significant growth and impact.
• Work in a highly mission‑driven environment where your theoretical expertise directly contributes to changing the world.

• Design, build, and rigorously test in‑house protein language models, implementing your own research ideas.
• Drive the full research process from deep theoretical understanding to practical, high‑quality implementation.
• Collaborate closely with the lab team to translate model outputs into the best possible protein designs.

• Possesses a PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Machine Learning, or Mathematics.
• Has a strong publication record in theoretical Machine Learning or Mathematics (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR).
• Demonstrates an extremely strong mathematical background, excellent coding skills, and a proactive research approach.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Other

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