Senior Researcher -- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning – Microsoft Research

Microsoft Research New York City (MSR NYC) is seeking applicants for a Senior Researcher in machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI), both broadly in AI/ML, and specifically in the areas of science of deep learning/generative AI, and modular transfer learning, and in areas that bridge AI/ML interests with other research areas at MSR NYC and other MSR labs, particularly the Montreal and New England labs. We encourage applicants with mixed theory + empirical focus to apply    

As a Senior Researcher, you will have the opportunity to pursue your own research agenda, interact and collaborate with our group's diverse array of researchers, and shape ongoing and future research projects.  

Microsoft Research offers an exhilarating and supportive environment for cutting-edge, multidisciplinary research, both theoretical and empirical, with access to an extraordinary diversity of data sources, an open publications policy, and close links to top academic institutions around the world.   

Applicants should have a well-established research track record, evidenced by conference or journal publications (or equivalent pieces of writing) and broader contributions to the research community. Applicants must have fulfilled their PhD degree requirements, including submission of their dissertation, prior to joining MSR NYC.  

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse, and pluralistic research environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, as well as students with non-traditional backgrounds. We work collectively to make Microsoft Research a welcoming and productive space for all researchers.   

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, and we are dedicated to this mission across every aspect of our company. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. Join us and help shape the future of the world.   

Responsibilities

As a Senior Researcher, you define your own research agenda in collaboration with other researchers, driving forward an effective program of basic, fundamental, and applied research. We highly value collaboration and building new ideas with members of the group and others. You will also have the direct opportunity to realize your ideas in products and services used worldwide.   

Qualifications

Required qualifications   

• PhD in relevant field (completed or close to completion by the start date).   

• Research ability demonstrated by two conference or journal publications, book chapters, or equivalent (potentially unpublished) writing samples, requested as part of the application.   

Other Requirements: 

How to Apply