ML Research Scientist

ML Applied ScientistMy client is a biotech company using synthetic biology and AI to engineer microbes that convert carbon dioxide into valuable chemicals and materials. Their work focuses on creating sustainable, carbon-negative solutions for industries like fuels, polymers, and specialty chemicals.About the jobResponsibilitiesWork on in-house protein language models "” design, build, testYou will be implementing your own ideasWork with the lab team to produce the best proteins possibleYou will be expected to be deep in the THEORY and ImplementationNot looking to hire any "ML engineers" or "Idea people"Work with the team on all of the above and more!QualificationsPhD/Masters required in Computer Science/Statistics/Machine Learning/Math.Publication(s) in Math and/or THEORETICAL Machine LearningPreferred venues: NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AISTATS, UAI, JMLR/TMLR, IEEE TIT/PAMI, Annals of Math/StatsHas led/initiated their own research processes and is comfortable in a fast-paced environment.Must know how to code wellStrong math background.My client is an early-stage startup, and things will break. They are looking for someone who is willing to roll up their sleeves and fix things.BenefitsCompetitive base pay + equity options (0.5-1.5%).Full health and dental coveredBased in SF, can cover relocation costs

Created: 2025-09-26