Research Scientist in Generative AI for Science (ByteDance Seed) - 2026 Start (PhD) jobs in United States
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ByteDance · 2 weeks ago

Research Scientist in Generative AI for Science (ByteDance Seed) - 2026 Start (PhD)

positionSan Jose, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$137K/yr - $259K/yr

ByteDance is a leading technology company focused on inspiring creativity and enriching life. They are looking for outstanding researchers to join their team in 2026 to conduct cutting-edge research in AI for science, specifically in building generative AI models for natural sciences. The role involves designing and developing models, evaluating AI/ML methods, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary drug discovery team.

ContentData MiningFoundational AIInternetSocial Media
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Responsibilities

Design and develop generative AI models for natural sciences, including protein structure prediction, molecular conformation analysis, and computational protein design
Reproduce and evaluate emerging AI/ML methods using public benchmarks and datasets
Work closely with a multidisciplinary drug discovery team, applying innovative algorithms to tackle complex challenges
Stay informed on the latest advancements in scientific research

Qualification

AIMachine learningGenerative AI modelsPython programmingDeep learning platformsComputational protein designNatural language processingResearch publicationsTeam collaboration

Required

Pursuing a Ph.D. in fields like computer science, electrical computer engineering, or related areas
Strong research background in AI and machine learning with solid publications in leading conferences (e.g., ICML, NeurIPS, ICLR) and journals, encompassing areas like large language models, diffusion models, geometric deep learning, natural language processing, computational protein design, protein structure and conformation prediction, and related fields
Proficient in Python programming and deep learning platforms, such as Pytorch

Benefits

Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance
A 401(k) savings plan with company match
Paid parental leave
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
Wellbeing benefits
10 paid holidays per year
10 paid sick days per year
17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure)

Company

ByteDance

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ByteDance is a technology company that develops content creation platforms and services.
dateFounded in 2012
location
Beijing, Beijing, CHN
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://bytedance.com

H1B Sponsorship

ByteDance has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1350)
2024 (1123)
2023 (775)
2022 (487)
2021 (417)
2020 (245)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$9.8B
Key Investors
Capital TodayG42Tiger Global Management
2025-11-20Secondary Market· $300M
2024-07-25Secondary Market
2023-03-14Secondary Market· $100M

Leadership Team

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Jochen Bischoff
Head of Global Business Solutions - Africa
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Matty Lin
General Manager, Global Business Solutions, KR
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