Junior Research Scientist

EliseAI

San Francisco, CA0–2 yrs3h agovia LinkedIn

This job at a glance

Who can apply
New grads and up to 2 years
Must know
Machine learningLLMsData structures & algorithmsStatisticsPythonR
Work
On-site in San Francisco
Pay
$150K–$230K a year
Skill demand
Statistics31%Machine learning23%Data structures & algorithms13%LLMs8%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
Listed
Nov 9, 2026 · still open

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About the Role

EliseAI invites top-tier professionals in Machine Learning and adjacent disciplines to join our team. This position is suited for individuals with a robust mathematical and quantitative foundation—including mathematicians, theoretical physicists, and computer scientists—eager to apply their knowledge to tangible challenges. As a junior research scientist, you will join a fast-moving team of world-class researchers engaged in groundbreaking research on machine learning and large language models, developing predictive models to advance our AI capabilities.

Note: A 2-month trial period will be conducted before transitioning to full-time employment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and refine machine learning architectures optimized for advanced conversational flow.
  • Conduct comprehensive analyses to support decision-making and improve AI solution effectiveness.
  • Apply advanced mathematical and machine learning techniques to solve specific problems such as optimizing tenant engagement, predicting tenant behavior, and improving customer interaction processes.
  • Stay abreast of the latest research in machine learning and AI, and apply innovative approaches to improve products.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams (engineering, product development, data science) to integrate and deploy machine learning models.
  • Work with the latest Large Language Models to leverage generative AI on production-scale data.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Ph.D. in Mathematics, Theoretical Physics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Strong foundation in machine learning algorithms, statistical analysis, and data modeling.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to real-world challenges.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or similar, with experience in machine learning libraries and frameworks.
  • Willingness to work in-person at our office 4-5 days a week.

Qualifications

No additional explicit qualifications were listed beyond the requirements.

Benefits

  • Equity in the company.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums covered at 100%.
  • Fully paid parental leave.
  • Commuter benefits.
  • 401k benefits.
  • Fitness & home services stipend.
  • Collaborative in-office environment with a fully stocked kitchen, and all meals covered in the office.
  • Unlimited vacation and paid holidays.
  • Relocation packages.

Job Compensation

The salary range for this role is $150,000 - $230,000. EliseAI offers a competitive total rewards package including base salary, equity, and benefits. Exact compensation is determined by experience, skill level, location, and qualifications.

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