Principal AI Research Scientist - Generative Models

About the Role

Our client, a world-renowned research institution pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence, is seeking a highly accomplished Principal AI Research Scientist to lead initiatives in Generative Models. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility for top-tier talent anywhere in **South Africa**. You will be at the forefront of developing novel generative AI techniques, including large language models (LLMs), diffusion models, and GANs, driving groundbreaking research and shaping the future of AI creativity and content generation. This role requires a visionary leader with a proven track record of significant contributions to the field, excellent academic credentials, and the ability to mentor and inspire a team of researchers. You will guide research directions, publish in top-tier venues, and contribute to strategic AI initiatives. We are looking for individuals who possess deep theoretical knowledge, strong practical implementation skills, and a passion for open-ended exploration and discovery in generative AI. This is a unique opportunity to influence the trajectory of generative AI on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cutting-edge research in generative AI, focusing on LLMs, diffusion models, GANs, and other advanced techniques.
• Conceptualize, design, and implement novel algorithms and architectures for generative modeling.
• Mentor and guide a team of AI researchers and engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment.
• Publish research findings in top-tier AI conferences and journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR).
• Contribute to patent applications and intellectual property development.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to explore the application of generative models in real-world products.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in generative AI and related fields.
• Present research findings at internal and external forums.
• Drive the technical strategy for generative AI research within the organization.
• Ensure ethical considerations are addressed in the development of generative models.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related field with a specialization in generative models or deep learning.
• Extensive research experience (7+ years) with a strong publication record in top-tier AI venues.
• Deep expertise in deep learning, with a proven track record of developing and implementing generative models (LLMs, diffusion models, GANs).
• Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong theoretical understanding of machine learning, probability, and statistics.
• Experience leading research projects and mentoring junior researchers.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and drive research initiatives in a remote setting.
• Experience with large-scale distributed training is highly desirable.

Benefits

Our client offers an exceptional compensation package, including a highly competitive salary, substantial performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. As this is a fully remote role, you will have the flexibility to work from **Kimberley** or anywhere in South Africa. We provide unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, including funding for conferences, publications, and continuous learning. A generous retirement plan and extensive paid time off are included. Join us to lead the charge in generative AI research and make a lasting impact on the field.