AI/ML Research Scientist
Salary not listed • Lexington, MA, US • Full-time
Posted 1h ago
No salary is listed. Many US states require employers to post a pay range, so ask about pay early.
Remote Work Policy
On-site
Employment Type
Full-time
Categories
AI Research Engineer
About the job
The Artificial Intelligence Technology and Systems Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory is seeking motivated individuals to contribute to world-class research in artificial intelligence with real impact on national security. The group specializes in machine learning algorithms, technologies, and systems that extract and analyze information from multimedia data, with an expanded mission to include developing impactful ML solutions for cybersecurity. This role offers an opportunity to apply your skills to important technical challenges, learn from a world-class research community, and shape emerging AI fields.
Responsibilities
- Design, program, and architect advanced ML methods.
- Develop algorithms in speech, natural language processing, multimedia, cyber, and graph analytics.
- Publish and present research at premier conferences.
- Apply innovative methods to challenging, real-world problems.
- Work in a collaborative, team-oriented development environment.
Requirements
- B.S. in electrical engineering, computer science, or other relevant discipline.
- Knowledge of artificial intelligence, ideally with applications in multimedia, cybersecurity, or adversarial machine learning/AI security.
- Proficient programmer, comfortable writing modular code.
- Familiarity with at least one major ML library (PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.) and data handling libraries (NumPy, pandas, etc.).
- Hands-on experience with rapid-prototyping and AI frameworks, including exposure to agentic/LLM-oriented toolkits (e.g., MCP) and integration with AI models.
- Understanding of software engineering best practices, including version-control and collaborative coding (e.g., Git workflow).
- Strong problem-solving mindset, capable of breaking down research concepts and iterating quickly.
- Detail-oriented, able to multi-task, and work autonomously given direction.
- Effective written and oral communication skills in technical environments.
- Current TS/SCI clearance or willingness to obtain one.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
- MIT-funded pension
- Matching 401K
- Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
- Mentorship programs
- Work-life balance options