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Join HHMI Janelia as an AI Scientist

Primary Work Address: 19700 Helix Drive, Ashburn, VA, 20147

Note: We are actively hiring multiple AI Scientists and are open to various levels of experience.

About AI@HHMI

HHMI is committing $500 million over the next decade to support AI-driven projects. Our AI initiative, based at the Janelia Research Campus, aims to embed AI systems throughout the scientific process. Discover more about our innovative journey .

About the Role

As an , you will lead revolutionary AI-based research projects contributing to biological discoveries and developing new research tools. Your role will span from individual projects to strategic initiatives within the HHMI community. Collaboration with scientists, engineers, and technicians is a key component of this position.

What We Provide

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive health benefits, including potential incentive pay.
• Ample training opportunities and travel support for workshops and conferences.
• Access to state-of-the-art computational infrastructure and support teams available at Janelia.
• Excellent work-life balance, featuring on-site childcare, gyms, housing, social spaces, and shuttle services from Washington, DC.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Relocation assistance for non-local candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute independent or collaborative AI-based research projects.
• Address diverse scientific problems and innovate new methodologies.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and high-quality code repositories.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and adapt to various project needs.
• Maintain technical leadership in AI, contributing to program-wide initiatives.
• Adhere to high academic, scientific, and ethical standards in all activities.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related fields; or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in academia, industry, or government research.
• Proven innovation in AI research, evidenced by publications and high-quality code contributions.
• Experience in applying AI to interdisciplinary research, preferably in biological sciences.
• Deep understanding of machine learning principles, including supervised, unsupervised, deep learning, and probabilistic modeling.
• Skilled in AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch and JAX.
• Proficient in programming languages like Python, Julia, C++, or Rust.
• Experience with big data technologies and high-performance computing.
• Strong data science skills in preprocessing, statistical analysis, and visualization.
• Excellent communication and results-oriented.

Application Instructions

Please include a cover letter with your application. Applications are accepted exclusively through the HHMI Careers Page .

Physical Requirements

This role requires prolonged sitting or standing, dexterity for keyboard use, effective communication skills, and minimal material handling (up to several pounds).

Reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed individually.

Compensation

Salary ranges based on experience levels:

• AI Scientist I: $182,160.80 - $296,011.30
• AI Scientist II: $213,564.00 - $347,041.40
• AI Scientist III: $245,145.60 - $450,000.00

Salaries are determined based on education, experience, skills, and internal equity. Our total rewards package includes competitive pay, health benefits, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Learn more about our benefits .

HHMI is an Equal Opportunity