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Simons Foundation · 1 week ago

Research Scientist/Research Scientist - Software (Open Rank), Center for Computational Mathematics

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$155K/yr - $215K/yr

3+ years exp

The Simons Foundation is a private foundation dedicated to advancing research in mathematics and basic sciences. They are seeking Research Scientists at all levels to lead research programs in areas such as machine learning, statistical methodology, and computational physics, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and mentoring students.

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Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead active research programs at the forefront of their fields internationally, including dissemination of results through scientific publications, conferences, and/or software

Interact with other researchers in CCM, across the Flatiron Institute, and in the wider scientific community

Supervise/mentor postdoctoral fellows and undergraduate/graduate student interns

Participate in and shape the vibrant activities of the institute such as workshops and seminars

Receive a research budget, participate in the selection and review of research staff, software engineers, and postdoctoral fellows within CCM, and have access to the institute’s powerful scientific computing resources

Qualification

Machine learningStatistical methodologyComputational physicsNumerical methodsHigh performance computingSoftware developmentLeadership skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

A doctoral degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., computer science, statistics, mathematics, or science application area)

For Research/Data Scientists: 3 years of academic or industry experience

For Senior Research/Data Scientists: 10-15 years of academic or industry experience

Demonstrated abilities in mathematical or statistical analysis, software and algorithm development, modeling and/or scientific simulation

Ability to work independently and to collaborate on multidisciplinary research in a collegial environment

Effective leadership, management and communication skills

Curriculum vitae which includes publication list and, if relevant, links to software

Research statement outlining past accomplishments, current interests, and future goals

Three (3) names and emails of people who can be consulted for confidential references (to be entered into the online application form)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits package

Company

Simons Foundation

Simons Foundation is a private foundation funding research in mathematics and the basic sciences.

Founded in 1994

New York, New York, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.simonsfoundation.org

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