AI Research Scientist Jobs

Discover the latest AI research scientist jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features curated opportunities for researchers advancing the state of the art in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning.

AIToolboard

Remote AI Research Scientist - Flexible Hours, Weekly Pay

AIToolboard

Arlington, Virginia, US
full-time
1w ago
AIToolboard

Senior AI Research Scientist - Natural Language Processing

AIToolboard

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
6d ago
Howard University

Artificial Intelligence & Natural Language Processing Research Scientist

Howard University

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
Pearson

Lead Specialist, AI Scientist

Pearson

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
2w ago
ClearanceJobs

AI and ML Research Scientist Jobs

ClearanceJobs

Hyattsville, Maryland, US
full-time
3w ago

AI and ML Research Scientist

BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.

Hyattsville, Maryland, US
full-time
1w ago
NPR

Lead Data Scientist, AI Labs

NPR

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
2w ago

Senior AI Research Scientist: CV & GenAI for Defense

kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - Jobboard

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
1w ago
OpenAI LLC

People Research Data Scientist, AI Fairness & Bias

OpenAI LLC

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

2027 PhD Graduate – Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) Research Scientist

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Laurel, Maryland, US
full-time
1w ago
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AI Research Scientist Jobs: At a Glance

Insights drawn from the latest openings on this page so you can compare employers, locations, and pay before applying.

Top Companies Hiring

  • AIToolboard2 roles
  • Howard University1 role
  • Pearson1 role
  • ClearanceJobs1 role
  • BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.1 role
  • NPR1 role

Top Locations

  • District of Columbia, US6 roles
  • Maryland, US3 roles
  • Virginia, US1 role

Most listings on this page are on-site or hybrid.

Salary Range Overview

Across 10 listings, advertised pay ranges from USD 95k to USD 190k.

Typical band: USD 123k 148k.

Figures reflect employer-disclosed salaries on current openings and may vary by location, experience, and company stage.

Employment Types

  • Full-Time10 roles

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Featured AI Research Scientist Jobs

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  1. #1Remote AI Research Scientist - Flexible Hours, Weekly Pay

    AIToolboardArlington, Virginia, USFull-TimePosted Sep 5, 2026

    Outlier is hiring an AI Research Scientist to join a fully remote team delivering high-quality data for AI models. You will evaluate AI outputs, craft prompts, and contribute to data annotation projects with a focus on reliability and safety. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree or higher, strong analytical and wr

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  2. #2Senior AI Research Scientist - Natural Language Processing

    AIToolboardWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 150k–190k / yearPosted Sep 12, 2026

    Jobs / Senior AI Research Scientist - Natural Language Processing Senior AI Research Scientist - Natural Language Processing Full-time About the Role Our client, a cutting-edge technology firm at the forefront of artificial intelligence, is looking for a brilliant Senior AI Research Scientist specializing in Natural La

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  3. #3Artificial Intelligence & Natural Language Processing Research Scientist

    Howard UniversityWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 95k–105k / year

    The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission. At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth. He

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  4. #4Lead Specialist, AI Scientist

    PearsonWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimePosted Sep 4, 2026

    Lead Specialist, AI Scientist Location: Remote, United States About the Role We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Lead Specialist- AI Scientist to design, build, deploy, and scale production AI/ML capabilities that power Pearson's learner intelligence, knowledge graphs, recommendations, personalized learning experie

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  5. #5AI and ML Research Scientist Jobs

    ClearanceJobsHyattsville, Maryland, USFull-TimePosted Aug 27, 2026

    AI And ML Research Scientist The Opportunity: As an analytics professional, you're excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set, and you're fascinated by the possibilities presented by IoT, machine learning, and artificial intelligence (AI). If you care about moving a mission forward as much as a

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  6. #6AI and ML Research Scientist

    BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.Hyattsville, Maryland, USFull-TimePosted Sep 6, 2026

    AI and ML Research Scientist The Opportunity: As an analytics professional, you're excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set, and you're fascinated by the possibilities presented by IoT, machine learning, and artifi cia l intelligence (AI). If you care about moving a mission forward as much as

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  7. #7Lead Data Scientist, AI Labs

    NPRWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimePosted Sep 2, 2026

    Overview A thriving, mission-driven multimedia organization, NPR produces award-winning news, information, and music programming in partnership with hundreds of independent public radio stations across the nation. The NPR audience values information, creativity, curiosity, and social responsibility – and our employees

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  8. #8Senior AI Research Scientist: CV & GenAI for Defense

    kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - JobboardWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimePosted Sep 7, 2026

    Clarifai is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to work on innovative AI applications for the national security sector. You will leverage your expertise in Computer Vision and GenAI to develop and optimize machine learning models, contributing to strategic projects that enhance national security capabilities. The role

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  9. #9People Research Data Scientist, AI Fairness & Bias

    OpenAI LLCWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-Time

    About the Team OpenAI's People team hires, engages, and retains world-class talent to safely build and deploy AGI that benefits all of humanity. The People Analytics team helps leaders make rigorous, evidence-based talent decisions and ensures that the systems supporting those decisions are valid, reliable, fair, and a

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  10. #102027 PhD Graduate – Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) Research Scientist

    Johns Hopkins Applied Physics LaboratoryLaurel, Maryland, USFull-TimePosted Sep 9, 2026

    Description Are you an early-career researcher hoping to invent the future of artificial intelligence (AI)? Do you have a burning desire for your research to serve a bigger purpose? Are you concerned about pressing challenges facing our nation’s security and prosperity? If these questions describe you, you may be the k

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About AI Research Scientist Jobs

Discover the latest AI research scientist jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features curated opportunities for researchers advancing the state of the art in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning.

AI Research Scientists conduct original research in areas including natural language processing, computer vision, reinforcement learning, generative models, and multimodal AI. They publish papers at top conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, CVPR, ACL), develop novel algorithms, and collaborate with engineering teams to translate research breakthroughs into production systems. Employers seek candidates with graduate degrees (MS/PhD) in computer science, mathematics, or related fields, along with strong publication records and deep expertise in PyTorch or JAX.

These roles are available at leading AI research labs, technology companies, autonomous vehicle companies, pharmaceutical firms, and well-funded AI startups. Experience with large-scale model training, distributed computing, and research leadership is highly valued.

Our curated listings include remote, hybrid, and onsite positions across global markets. AI research roles offer top-tier compensation, publication support, conference travel budgets, and access to cutting-edge compute infrastructure.

Each job posting provides detailed requirements, research expertise needed, and application instructions to help you find the right AI research scientist role.

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