AI/ML Research Scientist — Frontier Models & Alignment
$102.5k - $227.5kJohns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab
A leading research institution in Laurel, MD, is seeking a 2026 PhD Graduate – AI/ML Research Scientist. The ideal candidate will contribute to transformative AI research, collaborating with project managers and publishing findings. PhD and strong programming skills in Python are essential for this role, along with the ability to obtain a security clearance. The position offers a competitive salary range of $102,500 to $227,500 per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
$102.5k - $227.5k
...Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) Research Scientist at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory... ...and aims to close the gap between frontier AI models and sponsor expectations for an AI-... ...with cross-mission impact, such as alignment of AI agents, multimodal foundation...SuggestedInterim role$69.4k - $158k
AI and ML Research ScientistThe Opportunity:As an analytics professional, you... ...C, operationalizing models, containerization, data architecture... ....As an advanced data scientist or researcher on our Maritime... ...Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations...SuggestedFull timeContract workPart timeWork at officeLocal areaRemote work$104k - $166k
ResponsibilitiesPeraton Labs is seeking AI/ML Research Scientists to support the development of AI-enabled products and technical capabilities for... ...such as PyTorch or TensorFlowFamiliarity with Anthropic Model Context Protocol (MCP)Experience with infrastructure/orchestration...SuggestedContract workLocal areaShift work$105k - $245k
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab in Laurel, Maryland, is seeking a PhD ML/AI Research Scientist to analyze data for defense and national security applications. The role involves collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, developing data analysis techniques, and communicating...SuggestedFull time$82.05 - $111.11 per hour
Wyetech is seeking an experienced AI Analyst in Laurel, Maryland, to conduct research and development for cutting-edge AI solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Machine Learning and Machine Translation, combined with a strong educational background...SuggestedHourly pay$85.3k
...about being at the forefront of research for infectious diseases,... ...experience applying machinelearning models (e.g., predictive algorithms,... ...with a computational/AI focus, we'd love to have you join... ...concepts to mixed audiences (scientists, engineers, policy makers). The...Temporary workWork experience placementRelocation packageFlexible hours- Peraton Labs is seeking AI/ML Research Scientists to support FAA BNATCS programs. Work with Agentic AI teams to build prototypes, analyze data, and deliver mission-ready software. You will design, test, and refine AI-enabled applications, integrating LLMs and API services...
$142.8k - $193.2k
...cybersecurity? If so, join us in building innovative AI/ML services that protect our cloud from security threats!As an Applied Scientist on our team, you'll analyze data using GenAI... ....Basic qualifications- 3+ years of building models for business application experience- PhD, or...Flexible hours$77.6k - $176k
Quantum Scientist and Error Correction SpecialistThe... ...to its next frontier? Do you thrive at... ...opportunity that aligns with your passion.... ....Collaborate with modeling and simulation experts... ...peer-reviewed research in quantum error correctionAbility... ...fraud.Candidate AI Usage PolicyAI is...Full timeContract workPart timeWork at officeLocal areaRemote work$10k
...and reviews Artificial Intelligence (AI) Analytics for the research, development, and realized solutions... ...architectures (like Marian) and Large Language Models. Be able to explain the strengths... ...plan of up to 200 hours annually, aligned with applicable state leave...Hourly payFull timeContract workTemporary workWork experience placementSummer workImmediate startRemote work$105k
...Are you passionate about developing state-of-the-art numerical models to better understand Earth’s upper atmosphere and space... ...team at APL. We are seeking a Computational Geospace Modeling Research Scientist to conduct research combining thermosphere-ionosphere-magnetosphere...Temporary workWork experience placementRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a PhD graduate with strong ML/AI expertise to support multi-disciplinary teams in defense and national... ..., collaborating with engineers, statisticians, and data scientists. Applicants should have a deep ML foundation and experience with...
$105k
Are you passionate about developing state-of-the-art numerical models to better understand Earth's upper atmosphere and space... ...team at APL. We are seeking a Computational Geospace Modeling Research Scientist to conduct research combining thermosphere-ionosphere-magnetosphere...- ...and contribute to experiential learning and high-impact STEM education. Candidates should hold a terminal degree in CS or related field, demonstrate a strong research portfolio in AI, ML, data analytics and cloud #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
$85k
...Development Group which specializes in advanced research and program of record activities for... .... In particular, you will conduct modeling and simulation analysis, identify defensive... ...Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) techniques, object tracking and...Full timeTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$77.6k - $176k
...it takes a skilled earth scientist to know how to find and interpret... ...will conduct independent research, technical writing, modeling, and overseeing or... ...prevent fraud. Candidate AI Usage Policy AI is a... ...Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership...Full timeContract workPart timeWork at officeLocal areaRemote work- ...critical challenges. You will contribute to concept development, system design, and algorithmic solutions while collaborating with researchers and engineers. The role emphasizes publishing results, leading teams, and exploring ideas in areas such as robotics control,...
- Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Computational Geospace Modeling Research Scientist to advance large-scale geospace models describing the coupled magnetosphere-ionosphere-thermosphere system. You will develop first-principles numerical models, software...
- The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory seeks a Computational Geospace Modeling Research Scientist to advance first-principles geospace models and high-performance computing for space weather and national security applications. You will work with multidisciplinary...
$135k - $216k
Research Scientist - RF Machine Learning Peraton Labs is seeking a poly‑cleared Senior Research Scientist... ..., prototyping, and evaluation of RF/ML algorithms for wireless, spectrum, and... ...knowledge to develop, train, test, and validate models against real‑world or simulated RF data...Full timeRelocation package$120k - $150k
...Our company is looking for a Research Scientist , with experience in... ...Science and Machine Learning (ML), to join DeVine in a full time... ...contributes to projects in data modeling, remote sensing & machine learning... ..., running, and verifying AI-based weather prediction models...Full timeRemote work$150k - $250k
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...are seeking a Senior Applied Scientist to pioneer the application of... ...will invent and deploy novel AI/ML systems that automate threat... ...short—from building predictive models that score threat likelihood... .../ML within ACTI by proposing research initiatives, defining success...Flexible hours- ...Cybersecurity Research Scientist Are you passionate about research, discovery, and exploring... ...identify requirements. Build mission-aligned capabilities Explore promising new research... ...subject matters. Have knowledge of AI/ML, Agentic AI, and/or AI-enabled cyber...Interim roleInternshipLocal area
$105k
...Description Are you passionate about research, discovery, and exploring better ways to... ...identify requirements. Build mission-aligned capabilities Explore promising new research... ...subject matters. Have knowledge of AI/ML, Agentic AI, and/or AI-enabled cyber methodologies...Temporary workWork experience placementInterim roleInternshipLocal areaRelocation packageFlexible hours$85.3k
...7 PhD Graduate - Postdoctoral Researcher in Robotics and Autonomous Systems... ..., autonomous systems, and AI-enabled decision making? Are... ...electrical, software, and AI/ML disciplines to deliver integrated... ...adapting and deploying AI models for real-time inference on embedded...Temporary workWork experience placementInterim roleImmediate startRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...Lotus Labs at Lumen Technologies seeks a remote Threat Intelligence Researcher focused on tracking advanced threats. This role blends threat intelligence, data science, and security automation to build AI-assisted workflows that accelerate threat discovery and automated...Remote job
- ...We are looking for a Research Scientist Intern to push the state of the art of our AI models. As a Research Scientist Intern at Whiterabbit.ai, you will: Play a key role in architecting the algorithms and models that will power our products Train on a dedicated high...Remote jobInternship
- ...Objective: The Sbis Bioinformatics Scientist will provide support to the... ...: Apply state-of-the-art AI techniques to vaccine target... ...bioinformaticians in the design of models summarizing/explaining experimental data. 2 Present new research data in group settings, at...Full timeContract workWork at office
$90k - $120k
...analysis, and visualization in a clinical or regulatory research context.R programming – ability to troubleshoot... ...interpretation (e.g., survival analysis, mixed- effects models, hypothesis testing).Machine learning and AI background, including familiarity with predictive...Permanent employmentContract workFor contractorsWork experience placementLocal areaShift work
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