Senior Researcher

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Researcher to join our team at Argonne National Laboratory. As a Senior Researcher, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), contributing to the development of large-scale foundation models for advancing science.

This role is part of an ambitious new initiative at Argonne that aims to revolutionize scientific and engineering research by building an advanced AI model specifically tuned for science. You will work closely with a large number of Argonne scientists working in the area of AI for Science and run on advanced supercomputing facilities at the Argonne Leadership Computing Facility (ALCF), including the Aurora exascale system, other GPU-based systems, as well as specialized AI hardware from vendors such as Cerebras, SambaNova, Graphcore, Intel Habana, and Groq.

• Develop and implement large-scale foundation models for various scientific applications
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to design and optimize AI architectures
• Conduct experiments and analyze results to improve model performance
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI and ML and apply them to our research

• PhD in Computer Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, or related field
• Research experience in AI and ML, particularly in foundation model development
• Experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch
• Strong software development skills and knowledge of computational and data-intensive science practices
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills

• A competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per year, commensurate with experience
• A dynamic and supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and professional development
• A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off
• The opportunity to work on groundbreaking research projects and contribute to the advancement of science

Argonne National Laboratory is a world-leading research center dedicated to advancing science and technology for the benefit of society. Our researchers and engineers work together to develop innovative solutions to complex problems in fields such as energy, environment, and national security. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and strive to create a workplace that values and supports all employees.