Radical AI · 3 months ago
AI Research Scientist - Generative Models
New York, NY, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
3+ years expRadical AI, Inc. is an artificial intelligence company that is accelerating scientific research & development. As an AI Researcher specializing in generative models for materials discovery, you will help develop the first commercial foundation model for materials science and pioneer the application of generative models in this innovative field.
Advanced MaterialsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead and develop our generative foundation models in materials discovery
Work in collaboration with various teams, in particular the quantum chemistry team, the atomistic simulation team, the engineering team, and the experimental team
Conduct large-scale experiments to validate and refine promising approaches, collaborating closely with engineers to implement these models in production
Develop rigorous benchmarks to validate and test the performance of our models
Contribute to the AI and materials science research community through publications and active engagement in top-tier AI/ML venues like NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, and our company blog, alongside active participation in conferences and workshops
Tackle challenging problems with new and different ideas, creativity and contrarian thinking
Mentor and guide junior team members and interns, promoting an environment of continuous learning and innovation
Qualification
Required
Ph.D., M.S., or B.S. in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, Applied Maths, or a closely related field, with a strong focus on deep learning and generative models
At least 3 years of research experience in AI, with a proven track record in generative modeling, particularly in fields adjacent to materials science
Working knowledge of various generative AI architectures, including transformers, diffusion models, CNFs, and flow matching
Demonstrated experience in designing and running large-scale experiments in AI and machine learning
Passionate about leveraging ML for science related problems and a commitment to doing world-class research
Proficiency in Python and relevant ML libraries (e.g., PyTorch)
Strong publication record in top-tier AI/ML conferences or journals
Excellent collaboration and communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical ideas clearly and effectively
Preferred
Prior experience in transitioning AI research into production environments
Active involvement in the AI research community, with contributions beyond publications, such as organizing workshops or giving talks at conferences
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
Mental health and wellness support
Unlimited PTO and 14+ company holidays per year
401K
Company
Radical AI
Radical AI is a technology startup focusing on changing materials science and advanced manufacturing through artificial intelligence.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$55M2025-07-18Seed· $55M
Leadership Team
Joseph Krause
Co-Founder and CEO
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