Latest Research Jobs

Research Engineer, Pretraining

This role involves conducting research and engineering to advance large language models, focusing on model architecture, optimization, and scalable training infrastructure. You'll work across the full stack—from low-level system optimizations to high-level model design—while contributing to scientific experiments and tooling. The position emphasizes collaboration, interpretability, and AI safety within a cohesive research team.

Anthropic London, United Kingdom £260,000 – £630,000 pa

Research Engineer, Pretraining Scaling - London

This role involves owning critical parts of Anthropic's production pretraining pipeline for large language models, focusing on reliability, performance optimization, and debugging across hardware, networking, and training dynamics. The engineer will run experiments to improve training efficiency, respond to incidents during model launches, and collaborate closely with research and systems teams. It’s a high-impact, operational role blending deep technical engineering with empirical research in a fast-paced, safety-focused AI environment.

Anthropic London, United Kingdom £260,000 – £630,000 pa

Staff Research Engineer - Multimodal Generative Modelling

This role involves developing advanced multimodal generative models that enable natural, real-time conversational interactions by integrating text, voice, and video. The engineer will lead research and implementation of low-latency, emotionally expressive AI systems, working across pretraining, post-training, and production deployment. Key focus areas include neural codecs, diffusion models, and streaming architectures to enhance realism and interactivity in Synthesia's AI video platform.

Synthesia London, United Kingdom

Remote Permanent

Senior Research Engineer - Video Foundation Models (Pre - Training)

This role involves developing and scaling latent video diffusion models for human-centric video generation, with a focus on improving control, fidelity, and efficiency. The engineer will work on distributed training strategies, evaluation frameworks, and inference optimization to deliver production-grade foundation models. The position bridges applied research and engineering, emphasizing real-world product impact through rapid experimentation and deployment.

Synthesia London, United Kingdom

Remote Permanent

ML Research Engineer, London

Develop and optimise cutting-edge AI models at the intersection of machine learning and drug discovery, translating research into scalable, production-ready systems. Work closely with scientists to build predictive and generative models using advanced deep learning techniques, with a focus on innovation in computational biology and chemistry. Contribute to a collaborative, interdisciplinary team advancing a digital biology platform for transformative medicine development.

Isomorphic Labs London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Research Scientist - AI Safety Evaluations

Lead the development of advanced AI safety evaluations to assess risks in critical domains like CBRN and cybersecurity. Conduct original research from concept to publication, shape methodological strategy, and collaborate with frontier labs and government stakeholders. Focus on rigorous, scientifically grounded approaches to red-teaming, robustness testing, and evaluation design.

Faculty London, United Kingdom

Permanent

Senior/Research Assistant, Genomics

Perform end-to-end single-cell RNA-seq and ATAC-seq library preparation, contributing to large-scale perturbation studies with automated high-throughput platforms. Collaborate closely with computational and automation teams to generate ML-ready sequencing data, ensuring rigorous sample tracking, protocol development, and integration of wet-lab workflows into scalable systems. Support robust experimental design and data quality for downstream machine learning applications in functional genomics.

Relation Therapeutics London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Research Data Scientist

Design and prototype advanced AI models using transformers and generative AI for retail and consumer analytics challenges. Translate research into scalable production solutions while collaborating with engineering, product, and academic partners. Drive thought leadership in deep learning and mentor teams to build organisational capability in cutting-edge machine learning.

dunnhumby London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Research Infrasructure Engineer

This role involves developing and maintaining large-scale research computing infrastructure, supporting HPC, AI, and data-intensive workloads. The engineer will work closely with researchers and technical teams to design and improve research platforms, lead technical initiatives, resolve complex issues, and contribute to infrastructure strategy and funding efforts.

Tate London City Southampton, United Kingdom £51,000 – £63,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Principal Researcher

Data Science & Machine LearningAn exciting position has arisen to join a dedicated Research group that specialises in AI, ML and Data Science and is focused on developing solutions to mission focused problems in a national security context.This role would...

Copello Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

Senior AI Research Software Engineer (ICCS) (Fixed Term)

This role involves developing and improving climate modelling tools using machine learning and computational techniques, in close collaboration with international climate science teams. The Senior AI Research Software Engineer will help scientists scope and design applications, promote software engineering best practices, and provide training on generative AI for code development. Work is research-driven, with opportunities for conference attendance and professional development in a multidisciplinary environment.

University of Cambridge Cambridge, Hybrid, South East England, United Kingdom £47 – £59 pa

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RF Data Scientist / Researcher

This role involves researching and developing advanced AI and machine learning techniques applied to RF signal processing, with a focus on signal recognition, identification, localisation, and manipulation. The work is research-driven, requiring algorithm development and prototyping using Python, with opportunities to publish findings and collaborate with stakeholders. Based in central London, the position supports hybrid working and is embedded in a high-tech, security-cleared environment.

ECM Selection London, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Security Researcher - Agent Workflow

This role involves researching and prototyping agentic AI workflows within cybersecurity, exploring how autonomous systems can enhance threat detection and response. You'll collaborate with product, engineering, and machine learning teams to translate innovative concepts into functional prototypes. The position emphasizes open-ended research, deep product understanding, and applying generative AI to real-world security challenges.

Darktrace Cambridge, CB2 3BJ, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Security Researcher - Agent Workflow

This role involves researching and prototyping agentic AI workflows within cybersecurity, exploring how autonomous systems can enhance threat detection and response across Darktrace’s platform. You'll collaborate with product, engineering, and ML teams to translate novel AI concepts into functional prototypes, while maintaining deep expertise in both AI advancements and security applications. The position emphasizes innovation, cross-functional coordination, and applied research in a real-world cyber defense context.

Darktrace London, UB8 1LQ, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Machine Learning Researcher

This role involves developing machine learning algorithms for radio frequency (RF) signal detection and exploitation in electronic warfare contexts, with a focus on real-world defence applications. The researcher will design novel AI-driven solutions for congested electromagnetic environments, publish high-quality research, and contribute to national security through proof-of-concept development. Work is conducted in a hybrid setting with minimal office attendance, supported by a strong professional development framework.

ECM Selection United Kingdom £50,000 – £58,000 pa

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required