Upwork is hiring a ML Research Scientist

Role: ML Research Scientist

Location: Remote

Job Type: Full-time

What we offer:

•Work remotely

• Lots of PTO

• Monthly analysis for raises

• Healthcare insurance

• Wifi costs covered

• Unlimited Udemy courses (and books)

• and much more

About the Role:

• We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated ML Research Scientist to join our dynamic team. As an integral part of our research and development efforts, you will contribute to cutting-edge machine learning (ML) projects, driving innovation and advancing the field. The successful candidate will possess a strong academic background, a proven track record of research accomplishments, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of machine learning.

Responsibilities:

• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in the ML field and integrate novel techniques into ongoing projects.

• Lead and contribute to ML research projects with a focus on areas such as Large Language Models (LLM), optimization, and differential privacy.

• Drive the publication of research findings in reputable conferences and journals, showcasing the company's commitment to advancing the field of ML.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform research insights into practical solutions.

• Work closely with other researchers, engineers, and stakeholders to develop and implement ML models that address real-world challenges.

• Collaborate with external partners and academia to foster a culture of innovation and knowledge exchange.

Requirements:

• Proven track record of publishing research papers in top-tier conferences or journals.

• Expertise in at least one of the following: Large Language Models (LLM), optimization, or differential privacy.

• 2-3 years of hands-on experience for candidates with engineering backgrounds in LLM from recognized universities OR research experience from top-tier institutions.

• Recognized Universities: University of Waterloo, University of Toronto, MIT, Stanford, Carnegie Mellon University, Harvard, Cornell, UC Berkeley, Princeton, Caltech, UCLA, Purdue, Rice, USC, Yale, Brown, Duke, Boston University, Northeastern, Georgia Tech.

• Total professional experience should not exceed 8 years.