Senior Researcher - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning - Microsoft Research

We are seeking applicants in Microsoft Research New England (Cambridge, MA) for full-timeSenior Researcherpositions inArtifical Intelligence(AI), Machine Learning (ML), and related areas.We welcome applicantswho (i) areclose to graduation, (ii)recently graduated from a relevant PhD program, (iii) arecompletinga postdoctoral position,or(iv)have comparableresearchexperience.

Microsoft Research offers an exhilarating and supportive environment for cutting-edge, multidisciplinary research, both theoretical and applied, with access to an extraordinary diversity of big and small data sources, an open publications policy, and close links to top academic institutions. We seek applicants with the passion and ability to craft and pursue an independent research program, including a strong publication record at top research venues.

Microsoft Research New England is comprised of full-time researchers, postdocs, data scientists, engineers, and program managers working in machine learning, statistics, healthcare, computational biology, theoretical computer science, algorithmic game theory, economics, among other disciplines. The lab is highly collaborative and interdisciplinary and is actively engaged with the local academic and tech communities.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse, and pluralistic research environment. In keeping with this, Microsoft Research New England is a place where all are able to do their very best work.

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

RequiredQualifications:

• Doctorate (or currently pursuing) in machine learning, artificial intelligence, statistics, or a related field
  • or equivalent experience

• Research abilitydemonstratedby conference publications,journalpublications,or preprints.

Other Requirments:

A complete application packet should include:

• YourCVlistingall peer-reviewed publicationsand preprints.
• At least 3 referenceletters.
• Your research statementoutliningyour research achievements and agenda.
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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.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.