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.

Nasdaq

Investigative Data Scientist/AI Engineer

Nasdaq

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
17h ago
Gallup

AI Research Scientist

Gallup

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

AI and Machine Learning Research Scientist

Novateur Research Solutions

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
1w ago
Novateur Research Solutions

AI & ML Research Scientist — Multimodal & Explainable AI

Novateur Research Solutions

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
1w ago
AT&T

AI Research Scientist (Government)

AT&T

Chantilly, Virginia, US
full-time
Howard University

Artificial Intelligence & Natural Language Processing Research Scientist

Howard University

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
Whiterabbit.ai

Research Scientist Intern (2025) - Now Hiring

Whiterabbit.ai

Adelphi, Maryland, US
full-time and part-time
6d ago
Carnegie Mellon University

Senior Machine Learning Research Scientist, Secure AI Lab

Carnegie Mellon University

Arlington, Virginia, US
full-time
3w ago
The American Ceramic Society

AI Research Scientist - Cell Imaging & CNN Architectures

The American Ceramic Society

Gaithersburg, Maryland, US
full-time
2d ago
OpenAI

People Research Data Scientist, AI Fairness & Bias

OpenAI

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

  • Novateur Research Solutions2 roles
  • Nasdaq1 role
  • Gallup1 role
  • AT&T1 role
  • Howard University1 role
  • Whiterabbit.ai1 role

Top Locations

  • District of Columbia, US6 roles
  • Virginia, US2 roles
  • Maryland, US2 roles

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

Salary Range Overview

Across 10 listings, advertised pay ranges from USD 90k to USD 225k.

Typical band: USD 151k 192k.

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

Employment Types

  • Full-Time9 roles
  • Full-Time And Part-Time1 role

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Featured AI Research Scientist Jobs

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  1. #1Investigative Data Scientist/AI Engineer

    NasdaqWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimePosted Jun 29, 2026

    As an Investigative Data Scientist/AI Engineer, you'll play a critical role in protecting market integrity by combining investigative analysis with AI and data science to support Nasdaq's Investigations and Enforcement program. You'll thrive in this position if you're analytically rigorous, intellectually curious, and

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  2. #2AI Research Scientist

    GallupWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 165k–225k / yearPosted Jun 15, 2026

    Design and build the knowledge infrastructure that powers Gallup's most ambitious AI initiatives. As an AI research scientist at Gallup, you will shape AI systems built on some of the richest behavioral datasets in the world. If you bring the rigor of a researcher and the instincts of a systems thinker, and you want to

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  3. #3AI and Machine Learning Research Scientist

    Novateur Research SolutionsWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimePosted Jun 18, 2026

    Research Scientist – AI & Machine Learning Novateur stands for Innovation. We value creativity, vision, collaboration, and above all, ambition to innovate. Novateur Research Solutions is an R&D firm located in Ashburn, Virginia, developing intelligent systems that push the boundaries of computer vision, AI, and large-s

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  4. #4AI & ML Research Scientist — Multimodal & Explainable AI

    Novateur Research SolutionsWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 90k–130k / yearPosted Jun 22, 2026

    Novateur Research Solutions is seeking a Research Scientist specialized in AI and Machine Learning to conduct innovative research in large-scale machine learning and spatiotemporal analytics. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to publish findings in leading scientific journals and collaborate with academia

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  5. #5AI Research Scientist (Government)

    AT&TChantilly, Virginia, USFull-Time

    This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and

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  6. #6Artificial Intelligence & Natural Language Processing Research Scientist

    Howard UniversityWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-Time

    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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  7. #7Research Scientist Intern (2025) - Now Hiring

    Whiterabbit.aiAdelphi, Maryland, USFull-Time And Part-TimePosted Jun 24, 2026

    We are looking for a Research Scientist Intern to push the state of the art of our AI models. As a Research Scientist Intern at Whiterabbit.ai, you will: • Play a key role in architecting the algorithms and models that will power our products • Train on a dedicated high-performance compute cluster specialized for deep

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  8. #8Senior Machine Learning Research Scientist, Secure AI Lab

    Carnegie Mellon UniversityArlington, Virginia, USFull-TimePosted Jun 4, 2026

    At the SEI AI Division, we conduct research in applied artificial intelligence and the engineering questions related to the practical design and implementation of AI technologies and systems. We currently lead a community-wide movement to mature the discipline of AI Engineering for Defense and National Security. As our

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  9. #9AI Research Scientist - Cell Imaging & CNN Architectures

    The American Ceramic SocietyGaithersburg, Maryland, USFull-TimePosted Jun 28, 2026

    The American Ceramic Society is seeking a PREP Research Associate to enhance AI solutions through innovative architectures and data management. This role involves developing new AI models, ensuring high-quality research publications, and handling complex datasets within the NIST framework. The ideal candidate holds a P

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  10. #10People Research Data Scientist, AI Fairness & Bias

    OpenAIWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 198k–220k / yearPosted Jun 15, 2026

    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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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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