Senior Researcher - Deep Learning - Microsoft Research

TheDeep Learning Groupat Microsoft ResearchRedmond advances the state of the art on deep learning, foundation modelsandtheirapplications to neuro-symbolic reasoning, software engineering, program synthesis, question answering, multi-modal intelligence,interactiveArtificialIntelligence (AI), and natural language processing. We regularly publish in top-tier computer science venues and collaborate with Microsoft product groups includingExperiences and Devices, Core AI, and Bing.

We seekaSeniorResearcherwith a demonstrated ability for independentresearchand a record of influential publications on deep learning, and its applications. This person would be passionate about the next generation of deep learning technologies, foundation models and their real-world impact on computer vision, natural language processing, and multi-modality intelligence.

We are particularly interested in candidates who thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment and can lead independent research in our areas of focus.

As aSeniorResearcheratMicrosoft Research, you lead your own research agenda and collaborate with other researchers, engineers, and product groups. As a member of a world-class research organization, you are expected to aimatresearch breakthroughs in the field and will be given an opportunity to realize your ideas in products and services used worldwide.

RequiredQualifications:

• PhD (completed or close to completion) in Computer Science or related field with a focus on Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related areas.
  • OR equivalent experience.
• Researchexperiencewithin Deep Learning for AI.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in relevant field AND 2+ years related research experience.
  • OR equivalent experience.
• Evidence of research contributions through publications or records oftop-tier journal and conference publications orsubmitted/accepted papers in top venues(NNACL, EACL, ACL)
• Experience with developingoriginal research agendas.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Active participation in the scientific community.
• Effectivecommunicationskills.
• Passionateabout AI research.

Research Sciences IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $158,400 - $258,000 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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