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Job Title:

Senior ML Researcher


Location:

London, UK (Hybrid)


Salary:

Up to £105k + Equity



About the Company:

Join a VC funded deep tech startup working on the cutting-edge of machine learning interpretability and knowledge discovery.



Job Overview:

You'll collaborate within a small team to conduct impactful AI research in interpretability, AutoML, and scientific discovery. Not only that, but also expect to contribute and lead projects that develop novel techniques for training and interpreting deep neural networks, while staying updated on the field, coding efficiently, and sharing findings through publications and presentations.



Qualifications and Skills:

  • A PhD or equivalent experience in a technical field with a track record of novel research, strong creative problem-solving skills in uncharted areas, and a broad understanding of machine learning state-of-the-art.
  • Must have hands-on deep learning experience, efficient coding abilities, strong communication, thorough documentation habits, and excellent time management and organisational skills.
  • Experience in AI interpretability, explainability, AI safety, AutoML, or AI applications in science, with a strong publication record in machine learning and experience handling real-world scientific datasets.



Benefits:

  • Free in-office meals, snacks, and beverages
  • Continuous learning stipend
  • Home office stipend



PLEASE NOTE: YOU HAVE TO BE BASED IN THE UK. VISA SPONSORSHIP & RELOCATION IS NOT PROVIDED.

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