Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. NJF Global Holdings Ltd is a quantitative investment firm where machine learning serves as the foundation for decision-making. They are seeking an AI/ML Researcher to join their research team, focusing on original research in machine learning and its applications in scientific investing.
Responsibilities
• A strong publication record in leading ML/AI venues such as NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, JMLR, or AAAI, ideally with first-author contributions
• Demonstrated expertise in Bayesian inference, generative modelling, probabilistic programming, or core machine learning techniques
• Evidence of exceptional research ability, either through academic honours, competitive fellowships, or impactful contributions in high-performance research environments
• If you're looking to do meaningful research where your work directly influences live decisions, and want to do so in an environment that values depth over bureaucracy, this is a rare chance to make an impact
Skills
• A strong publication record in leading ML/AI venues such as NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, JMLR, or AAAI, ideally with first-author contributions
• A completed PhD in machine learning, statistics, applied mathematics, physics, or a closely related quantitative field from a top-tier university (e.g., Ivy League, Oxbridge, or another program generally ranked in the global top 25) is required
• This is a pure AI Research Scientist role with a heavy emphasis on original research; it is not suitable for Machine Learning Engineers or Data Scientists
• Demonstrated expertise in Bayesian inference, generative modelling, probabilistic programming, or core machine learning techniques
• Evidence of exceptional research ability, either through academic honours, competitive fellowships, or impactful contributions in high-performance research environments
Company Overview
• NJF is a tech-focused company whose by-product is recruitment. It was founded in 2003, and is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://njf.com/.