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.
Remote AI Research Scientist - Flexible Hours, Weekly Pay
AIToolboard
Arlington, Virginia, US
full-time•
1w ago
Senior AI Research Scientist - Natural Language Processing
AIToolboard
Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time•
6d ago
Artificial Intelligence & Natural Language Processing Research Scientist
Howard University
Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
Lead Specialist, AI Scientist
Pearson
Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time•
2w ago
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
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
People Research Data Scientist, AI Fairness & Bias
OpenAI LLC
Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
2027 PhD Graduate – Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) Research Scientist
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 writing skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Flexible hours and a collaborative, global environment are offered for this full-time role.
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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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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…
#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…
#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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
#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 …
#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…
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…
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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