Machine Learning Scientist I/II, Multi-Modal Scientific Reasonings
Lila Sciences3 months ago
Cambridge, MA, USAMid Level / Senior
H1B Sponsor
Base Salary
$176k - $304k/yr
Responsibilities
- Lead research on multi-modal reasoning systems that interpret scientific data using VLMs.
- Design training, adaptation, and test-time methods for scientific understanding tasks.
- Build datasets and benchmarks from real scientific artifacts to assess model performance.
- Develop perception modules for multi-modal data modalities.
- Collaborate with domain scientists and engineers to scale research into production-ready systems.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in a relevant field or equivalent research/industry experience.
- Track record in multi-modal ML or VLMs demonstrated via shipped systems or publications.
- Understanding of scientific QA/benchmarks and custom evaluation design.
- Experience with multi-modal fine-tuning, document parsing, and dataset curation.
- Strong engineering skills centered on modern machine learning frameworks.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
- Flexible time off with generous company-wide holidays.
- Paid parental leave and educational assistance program.
- Commuter benefits and company-subsidized lunch program.
Tech Stack
Categories
Data Science
About Lila Sciences
Lila Sciences is the world’s first scientific superintelligence platform and autonomous lab for life, chemistry, and materials science. We are building the foundation to apply AI to every aspect of the scientific method, enabling scientists to bring forth solutions in human health and sustainability at a pace and scale never experienced before.