SRI · 20 hours ago
Applied & Computational Research Scientists
US-CA-Menlo Park
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$113K/yr - $150K/yrSRI International is an independent nonprofit research institute seeking multiple Applied and Computational Scientists to conduct research and development in generative AI models, reinforcement learning, and algorithm design. The role involves developing research ideas, collaborating with project PIs, and publishing research while transitioning into a PI function upon successful program awards.
Advanced MaterialsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Computer VisionCyber SecurityNon ProfitRobotics
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop research ideas, lead the experimental evaluation of these ideas, present work to government and commercial clients
Collaborate with project Principal Investigators (PIs) and their staff in academia, Industrial and National Labs
Document research in technical reports and research papers
Write Proposals
Propose ideas against funding opportunities
Develop and implement new algorithms and benchmark against state-of-the-art approaches
Upon successful program awards the position will transition into PI function
Some travel will be required to project meetings, and conference venues
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Physics or Engineering with a focus on computational sciences, Computer Science or related area
Demonstrated publication record
Must have U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency
Expertise in algorithm development associated with the following: artificial intelligence, algorithm design, scalable computational methods and their implementations
Demonstrated experience implementing novel algorithms in one or more programming languages such as Python, C/C++, and libraries associated with training of AI models
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills required
Ability to start June, July or August 2026
Benefits
Competitive benefits package
Company
SRI
An independent non-profit institute headquartered in Silicon Valley, SRI is a global leader in research and development.
Founded in 1946
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$34MKey Investors
Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health
2025-10-20Grant· $34M
Leadership Team
David Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
Peter Marcotullio
Sr. Vice President, Commercialization
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