Latest researcher Jobs

Researcher, Training - London

A research-focused role advancing large language model development through architecture innovation, optimization, and scaling. The position involves designing and evaluating novel model architectures, debugging training regressions, and improving both model and computational performance. Work is integrated within a hybrid (3 days in-office) setup in London, contributing to core training infrastructure and flagship AI systems.

OpenAI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Threat Researcher II - IRE, UK or ROU)

Investigate emerging malware and cyber threats to assess and enhance detection capabilities across the Falcon platform. Analyze threats across the full attack lifecycle, identify coverage gaps, and collaborate with engineering and data science teams to implement improvements using automation, AI, and machine learning. Support security validation programmes and respond to new threats with technical analysis and detection recommendations.

CrowdStrike Ireland

Remote

Senior Researcher in AI Technology and Ultrasound Video Analysis

Develop AI models for ultrasound video analysis and thrombus prediction within the Horizon Europe ThrombUS+ project. Focus on automated segmentation, vascular structure detection, vein compressibility analysis, and DVT risk estimation using deep learning and computer vision techniques. Work within a multidisciplinary team at the University of Derby’s Data Science Research Centre.

University of Derby Derby, Midlands Of England, United Kingdom £46 – £56 pa

Contract

Junior Simulation Researcher

A Junior Simulation Researcher will use modelling, simulation, and data analysis to provide actionable insights into Ocado’s automated warehouse systems. The role involves close collaboration with stakeholders, designing experiments, analysing large datasets, and building tools to support decision-making in robotics and logistics. The position requires strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills within a research-driven engineering environment.

Ocado United Kingdom

Business Development Researcher

This role involves gathering, verifying, and maintaining prospect and customer data to support business development and sales activities. The researcher will use AI tools, CRM systems, and market intelligence to identify new commercial opportunities and improve data quality. Collaboration with marketing and sales teams is key to supporting lead generation and strategic initiatives.

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions Kelleythorpe, East Riding Of Yorkshire, YO25 9DW, United Kingdom £30,000 – £35,000 pa

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

Lead AI Researcher

The Lead AI Researcher will lead the development and deployment of cutting-edge deep learning systems for high-stakes defence and national security applications. This founding role involves solving ambiguous, mission-critical problems from concept to production, designing advanced AI models, and establishing engineering standards and tooling for a world-class team. Day-to-day work includes close collaboration with leadership to translate operational needs into technical solutions, training and deploying frontier models, and building robust ML infrastructure in a rigorous, security-conscious environment.

Kangal AI London, United Kingdom £100,000 – £200,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Sr. Security Researcher , DEU)

Conducts advanced vulnerability research and exploit development, analyzing patches and malware to identify 0-day and n-day vulnerabilities. Develops automated tools for large-scale data analysis and supports threat intelligence teams with technical insights. Publishes findings internally and externally through blogs or conferences.

CrowdStrike Alba / Scotland

Remote Permanent

Machine Learning Scientist

This role involves designing and prototyping generative machine learning models for protein design, with a strong focus on real-world biological applications. The scientist will build and evaluate models, collaborate across interdisciplinary teams, and iterate based on wet lab feedback. A significant emphasis is placed on high-performance code, scalable data pipelines, and staying current with advances in ML and synthetic biology.

Latent Labs London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Member of Technical Staff

This role involves developing and prototyping generative machine learning models for protein design, with a strong focus on real-world biological applications. You'll work closely with biologists and engineers to build scalable data pipelines, optimize model performance, and iterate based on wet lab feedback. The position emphasizes research excellence, production-grade code, and rapid experimentation in a cross-disciplinary environment.

Latent Labs London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Research Advisor - Human Frontier Collective (UK)

This role involves providing expert-level consultancy and strategic input to shape the development and evaluation of advanced generative AI systems. As a Research Advisor in the Human Frontier Collective, you'll collaborate on high-impact research, contribute to technical publications, and help design frameworks that translate domain expertise into AI model evaluation. The position offers flexible, part-time engagement with an interdisciplinary network of top-tier researchers and professionals.

Scale AI United Kingdom £300 pa

Remote Contract Part-time

Senior AI Engineer

Design and implement end-to-end AI/ML systems using generative AI, LLMs, and agentic frameworks to extract insights from biomedical literature and data. Focus on production-grade reliability, model quality, and collaboration with product and engineering teams to deliver user-facing features. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and knowledge sharing.

Causaly London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Software Engineer - Agentic Workflows

Design and build scalable web applications and API services for a biomedical knowledge platform using Node.js, TypeScript, and modern fullstack technologies. Collaborate with product and research teams to deliver features across the development lifecycle. Work with graph databases, full-text search, and cloud infrastructure in a high-impact AI environment.

Causaly London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Training, Process Management Engineer

This role involves building and maintaining the distributed operating system that orchestrates and monitors large-scale machine learning workloads across OpenAI’s supercomputers. You'll work primarily in Rust to develop high-performance, asynchronous systems that ensure reliable, observable, and scalable training runs—from small experiments to massive distributed jobs. The position focuses on solving novel challenges in system reliability, performance optimization, and rapid debugging at an unprecedented scale.

OpenAI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent