Editorial Researcher: Startups, Tech & AI Stories
Y Combinator
Y Combinator in San Francisco is seeking an Editorial Researcher for the YC Media team to research, write, and edit YC’s content across videos, podcasts, essays, and original research. We’re looking for someone who is unusually curious, technically inclined, and a very good writer. This role involves developing ideas with YC partners and founders, turning interesting concepts into compelling content, and experimenting with new editorial formats while making complex ideas accessible to a broad #J-18808-Ljbffr Y Combinator
$204k - $300k
...future. At Dolby, science meets art, and high tech means more than computer code. As a member... ...Advanced Technology Group (ATG) is the research division of the company. ATG’s mission is... ...science and electrical engineering, such as AI/ML, algorithms, digital signal processing,...SuggestedFull timeLocal areaWorldwideFlexible hours$250k - $325k
...inventors. Ivo was first-to-market with: An AI agent that lives in MS Word and edits the... ...25] The Role: Why, What, and Who Why AI Researchers are the engine of innovation at Ivo. You'... ...of building from zero in fast-paced startup or research environments. You'll thrive...SuggestedContract workWork at officeImmediate startRemote work$150k - $250k
About Distyl AI Distyl is an applied AI technology company partnering with the world’s most ambitious institutions to rearchitect critical... ..., consumer goods, and global social organizations.We research and deploy technologies that power AI-native operations — both for...SuggestedWork at office3 days per week$216.3k - $280.8k
Meet the TeamAt Foundation AI, we are leading frontier AI research across Cisco. Our mission is to advance the state of artificial intelligence through fundamental research and translate scientific breakthroughs into differentiated technologies that power the next generation...SuggestedFull timeTemporary workLocal areaFlexible hours- ...unifies shipping & labels, order tracking, AI predictive delivery, and returns... ...worldwide. Your Mission As a Staff User Researcher, you'll set and own the research agenda across... .... It's one of the most dynamic spaces in tech, with limitless opportunities to innovate...SuggestedWork at officeLocal areaImmediate startRemote workWork from homeWorldwideFlexible hours
- ...Harvey is building the future of AI for legal professionals, and we’re seeking a seasoned User Researcher to join our research function. You are a senior contributor who drives high-impact research across multiple teams and helps shape problem definitions and roadmaps...
- ...algorithms related to robotics. 4. Participating in interdisciplinary research and development projects, collaborating closely with the team to... ...and proactive problem-solving attitude. [Meet ITRI at Taiwan Tech Summit & Taiwan Career Day 2026!] ITRI will be at Taiwan Tech...Relocation package
$205k - $300k
...another scribe. We’re building the AI intelligence platform that... ...Experience in the KLAS Research Emerging Solutions Top 20 Report... ...one of the Next Big Things in Tech, named one of the best AI companies... ...selected as a LinkedIn Top Startup in 2024 and 2025. We’re backed...Work at officeRemote workFlexible hours3 days per week- Runway seeks aPrototype Researcher for Runway Labs to design, build, and demonstrate experimental AI video systems and world models. You will craft prototypes, tell compelling stories, and shape demonstrations that make cutting-edge research tangible and accessible. You...
- CITRIS Health at UC Berkeley invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to advance digital health care, health tech innovation, and AI in health across campus, industry, and government partners. The role focuses on research, manuscript preparation, and grant development...
$174.39k - $217.99k
...transformation, to the context teams and AI systems rely on.Fivetran helps organizations... ...companies. We're looking for a Senior UX Researcher to join our rapidly growing Product org.... ...and analytics data to tell compelling stories and lead ideation sessions. Experience conducting...Full timeWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours- 3D First-Person Adventure Game AI Companion RoleWe're building a 3D first-person adventure... ...LLM storytelling system that blends AI, story, and gameplay—going far beyond shallow "... ...work directly with some of the best AI researchers and engineers in the world in a small,...Work at officeVisa sponsorship
$144k - $216k
...enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use Stripe to accept payments,... ...career. About The Team The Research team is part of Stripe’s... ...diving deep into startup and AI communities. What you’ll do You... ...insight delivery. Tell compelling stories and are skilled in explaining...Full timeTemporary workWork at officeLocal area- ...office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s).As an AI Researcher within Schwab’s Artificial Intelligence Strategy & Transformation (AI.x) organization, you’ll operate at the intersection of...Work at office
- DescriptionAbout the RoleWe are looking for a Senior AI Researcher to join our growing AI team and help build intelligent, production-grade AI systems that solve complex problems at scale.In this role, you will work closely with product, engineering, and data teams to design...Full timeTemporary workInternshipImmediate start
$184k - $274.6k
...directly if a relevant position opens.Applications are accepted until further notice. Meet the Team At Foundation AI, we are leading frontier AI research across Cisco. Our mission is to advance the state of AI. We translate that research into purpose-built models, agentic...Full timeTemporary workLocal areaFlexible hours- ...Cybersecurity Researcher (Remote / SF Bay Area) Are you the kind of person who breaks things... ...more! You’ll work at the intersection of AI, agentic systems, and your own deep... ...security. About Us We’re a well‑funded AI startup ($25M seed round) in the San Francisco...Full timeWork at officeRemote work
$175k - $225k
...Role: Cybersecurity Researcher Location: South Bay Area (On-site or Remote flexibility)... ...Company An early-stage cybersecurity startup (founded 2024) operating in stealth mode.... ...on shaping new security technologies. Tech Environment Primary Language: Python...Remote workVisa sponsorshipFlexible hours$177k - $218k
...Learn more about ourTotal Rewards philosophy.AI is a fundamental part of how work gets... ...interview process.About the Role:As a UX Researcher on the team, your work will directly... ...coherent view of the customer, uncovering the story behind the metrics. Build and maintain...Full timeWork at officeLocal area2 days per week3 days per week- ...Job Description Job Description Tech stack -Django, AWS, React, TSX, Python... ...and will be working closely with researchers and engineers at the AI labs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Cohere, etc... ...valued. Previous experience at AI startups, research labs like Anthropic or DeepMind...Work experience placementRelocationRelocation package
$140k - $242k
...Lead Security Researcher Pi.Security • San Francisco, CA • Full-time... ...'s 2026 Next Big Things in Tech list and covered by Forbes!... ...containers, microservices, APIs, AI generated code, and LLM applications... ...security engineering. Startup DNA. You have worked in an early...Permanent employmentFull timeWork at officeFlexible hours$77 - $85 per hour
...Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Aquent Talent. Your actual pay will be... ...more. Base pay range $77.00/hr - $85.00/hr Job Title: Researcher/Ethnographer Pay Comments: W2 Minimum Pay (per hour): 77....Hourly payFull timeWork experience placement$117.2k - $313.7k
...Research Scientist Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn't a buzzword — it's a way... ...the pace and ownership of a startup, combined with the reach and...Full timeWorldwide$246.5k - $339k
...been fragmented and offline. At Faire, we're using the power of tech, data, and machine learning to connect this thriving community of... ...like Amazon and big box stores. Our highly skilled team of Applied AI/ML Scientists specialize in developing algorithmic solutions for...Work experience placementWork at officeLocal areaRemote workMonday to FridayFlexible hours3 days per week$150k - $230k
...healthtech company conducting rigorous, independent evaluations of medical imaging AI systems — bridging the gap between benchmark performance and clinical reliability. As a Medical AI Researcher, you'll work directly with medical imaging companies preparing FDA submissions...Work at office$170k - $300k
Our client is a Series B AI company training custom frontier models to solve prediction and optimization problems for enterprise supply... ...of machine learning. Experience at ML platforms, early-stage startups or leading consulting firms. A bachelor's degree in a STEM or...Full timeH1bVisa sponsorshipRelocation package$70 - $90 per hour
Mercor is seeking Mathematics PhD Researchers for a remote contract role. You will develop advanced mathematical problems to drive AI training, assess AI-generated content for accuracy, and collaborate with AI teams to improve model performance. You’ll work independently...Remote jobContract workFlexible hours- The Biological Computing Co. is building neurally informed AI between biology and software to advance generative video and AI infrastructure. We seek a Staff AI Researcher to shape the technical direction, lead architecture decisions, and translate research into deployable...
- OpenAI is seeking researchers and engineers to advance frontier-model research with a focus on safety and alignment. You will train and evaluate models, identify misalignments, and develop scalable measurement and evaluation pipelines to turn failures into safety signals...Relocation package
- ...time; have a track record of exceptional research or engineering achievement; move... ...should apply for this role! About P-1 AI: At P-1 AI, we are building an AI engineer... ...same tools his human teammates use. Archie's tech stack includes a custom agentic harness,...Relocation package
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