Research Scientist

Job description

from IBM careers

Introduction

At IBM Research, we are the innovation engine of IBM. Exploring what’s next in computing and shaping the technologies the world will rely on tomorrow. From advancing AI and hybrid cloud to pioneering practical quantum computing, we anticipate challenges and unlock new opportunities for clients, partners, and society. Working in Research means joining a team that accelerates discovery at the intersection of high-performance computing, AI, quantum, and cloud. You’ll collaborate with leading scientists, engineers, and visionaries to push boundaries and turn ideas into reality. With a culture built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, IBM Research offers the opportunity to grow your career while contributing to breakthroughs that transform industries and change the world.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Research Scientist in Artificial Intelligence, you will lead and execute frontier AI research across modern machine learning paradigms. You will invent, analyze, and validate novel algorithms; connect theoretical insights with large‑scale experimental results; and translate research breakthroughs into real‑world, user‑facing systems.

You will work across foundation models, deep learning, reinforcement learning, and generative computing, contributing to both theoretical understanding and practical impact at scale.

Required technical and professional expertise

Key ResponsibilitiesLead Cutting‑Edge AI Research

• Define and lead high‑impact research agendas in areas such as:
  
  • Generative computing inspired agentic development for small models
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