# Junior Research Scientist

**Company:** [EliseAI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/eliseai)
**Location:** New York, NY, San Francisco, CA
**Role:** ML Engineering
**Salary:** $150k – $230k/yr
**Skills:** Machine Learning, LLMs, Python, R, Statistical Analysis, Data Modeling, Generative AI
**Posted:** 2025-06-20

> Junior Research Scientist develops and refines ML architectures and LLMs for conversational AI in housing/healthcare, applies advanced math/ML to predict behaviors and optimize interactions. Requires PhD in math/physics/CS or related, strong ML foundation, and onsite work.

## Job Description

## Key Responsibilities
- Develop and refine machine learning architectures optimized for advanced conversational flow
- Conduct comprehensive analyses to support decision-making and improve the effectiveness of our AI solutions
- Apply advanced mathematical and machine learning techniques to solve specific problems such as optimizing tenant engagement strategies, predicting tenant behavior, and improving customer interaction processes
- Stay abreast of the latest research in machine learning and AI, and apply innovative approaches to improve our products
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product development, and data science, to integrate and deploy machine learning models
- Work with the latest Large Language Models to leverage the power of generative AI on production scale data

## Requirements
- Ph.D. in Mathematics, Theoretical Physics, Computer Science, or a related field
- Strong foundation in machine learning algorithms, statistical analysis, and data modeling
- Demonstrated ability to apply analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to real-world challenges
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or similar, with experience in machine learning libraries and frameworks
- Willingness to work in person at our office 4-5 days a week

## Compensation
Salary range: $150,000 - $230,000, plus equity and comprehensive benefits.

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