Post Doc Researcher – Deep Learning – Microsoft Research

Key Skills

Aartificial intelligence, Deep Learning

Job Description

The Deep Learning Group at Microsoft Research Redmond advances the state of the art on deep learning and its applications to natural language processing, neuro-symbolic reasoning, program synthesis, computer vision, multi-modal intelligence, and interactive AI. We regularly publish in top-tier computer science venues and collaborate with Microsoft product groups including Office, Azure AI, Bing, Dynamics, and Visual Studio.

We seek exceptional researchers with a demonstrated ability for independent research and a strong record of influential publications on deep learning or its applications. An ideal candidate is passionate about the next generation of deep learning technologies and their real-world impact on computer vision, natural language processing, and multi-modality intelligence.

We are particularly interested in candidates who thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment and can lead independent research in our areas of focus. Prospective candidates must have completed or be close to the completion of their PhD.

Responsibilities

As a post-doc researcher in Microsoft Research, you lead your own research agenda and collaborate with other researchers, engineers, and product groups. As a member of a word-class research organization, you are expected to aim for research breakthroughs in the field and will be given an opportunity to realize your ideas in products and services used worldwide.

Qualifications

This role is not to exceed two years.

Required qualifications:

• PhD (completed or close to completion) in Computer Science or related field with a focus on Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related areas.

• Research ability demonstrated by a strong publication record of top-tier journal and conference publications or submitted/accepted papers in top venues.

Preferred qualifications:

• Demonstrable ability to develop original research agendas.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Active participation in the scientific community.

Strong communication skills.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process