Postdoctoral Fellows, Applied

7 days ago


Menlo Park, California, United States SRI Full time

The Applied Sciences Laboratory at SRI International is seeking multiple
Postdoctoral Fellows, Applied and Computational Scientists
to conduct research and development in the areas of
quantum algorithm design, reinforcement learning, and emerging AI models
. Though knowledge in one or more of these areas is desired, the ability to quickly learn new topics and dive into unfamiliar areas of research is a key ability that will be required. These positions will be in support of a new computational and mathematical sciences team at SRI International headquarters in Menlo Park, CA, with flexibility for a hybrid work schedule.

Our team focuses on the development of new algorithms for a wide variety of exciting applications including supply chain networks, social graphs, optimization of generative AI models, material failures, quantum algorithms, and biological systems. The aim of the team is to conduct and publish research at top venues and assist SRI commercialize relevant technologies by filing patents and spinning out start-ups.

Responsibilities

  • Develop research ideas and lead the experimental evaluation of these ideas
  • Collaborate with project Principal Investigators (PIs) and their staff in academia, Industrial and National Labs
  • Document research in technical reports and research papers
  • Propose ideas against funding opportunities.
  • Develop and implement new algorithms and benchmark against state of the art approaches
  • Some travel will be required to project meetings, and conference venues

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Physics or Engineering with a focus on computational sciences, Computer Science or related area.
  • Demonstrated publication record.
  • Must have U.S. Citizenship or Perm Residency
  • Expertise in algorithm development associated with the following: quantum error correction, development of quantum algorithms tailored to specific hardware, artificial intelligence, algorithm design, scalable computational methods and their implementations.
  • Demonstrated experience implementing novel algorithms in one or more programming languages such as Python, C/C++, and libraries associated with implementing quantum algorithms (such as Qiskit, PennyLane, Cirq, etc) training of AI models.
  • Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills required.

The salary range is: $83,200-104,000. Salary ranges will vary and are based on several factors, including geographic location, market competitiveness and equity amongst internal employees in similar roles. Positions may also qualify for SRI's Pay for Outstanding Performance program or the annual Performance Based Compensation program. SRI also has a competitive benefits package, to view details please go to SRI will accept applications until the position is filled.

SRI is an independent nonprofit research institute headquartered in Menlo Park, Calif., with a rich history of supporting government and industry. We create and deliver world-changing solutions for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future. For more than 75 years, we have collaborated across technical and scientific disciplines to discover and develop groundbreaking products and technologies and bring innovations and ideas to the marketplace.


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