AI/ML Scientist / Engineer

Riverside Research is seeking a Scientist or Engineer with a background in machine learning and artificial intelligence to join their Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Lab. The lab focuses on modeling human behavior and formal methods for cognitive modeling, with the goal of providing solutions to the Defense and Intelligence Communities. The scientist or engineer will work on research and development projects, manage existing contracts, and collaborate with government research organizations. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse team and contribute to cutting-edge AI/ML techniques. US citizenship is required for this role.

Provide technical direction, task-level technical leadership, and research and development skills for corporate-wide IR&D efforts in machine learning and artificial intelligence, with a focus on modeling human behavior and formal methods for cognitive modeling.

Develop forecasting or predictive models of behavior at various levels of analysis and using multiple types of data.

Assist in developing project roadmaps based on internal and external customer needs, science and technology trends, and overall corporate strategic plans.

Foster and participate in a collaborative environment for multidisciplinary research and development.

Assist in executing work for and pursuing business with government research organizations, including DARPA, IARPA, and service labs.

Interact with funders to demonstrate capabilities and prepare proposals, white papers, demos, and presentations.

Work with team members located in different office locations.

Understand, apply, and contribute to state-of-the-art AI/ML techniques, especially those focused on human behavior modeling or forecasting, by publishing and presenting research results.

• US Citizen / Clearable (ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance)
• Training or certificates in an AI/ML related field: Computer Science, Electrical and/or Computer Engineering, Physics, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Psychology.
• 3+ years of relevant AI/ML experience required.
• Ability to conduct research in state of art artificial intelligence / machine learning projects focused on human behavior and cognitive modeling related to:
• Image and signal classification using Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) and other deep learning networks
• Adversarial AI – methods to attack/protect AI/ML algorithms
• Neuromorphic computing – Spiking Neural Networks (SNN), Intel Loihi and FPGA instantiations
• Human-computer interaction and virtual/augmented reality to assist complex tasking
• Demonstrated ability to work in coding environments and deliver prototypes revolving around the use of multi-level data-informed human behavior models.
• Ability to code in a variety of integrated development environments and to learn new programming skills as required.
• Experience with flexible and fast run-time languages a plus.
• Experience with formal methods for cognitive modeling such as ACT-R or SOAR a plus, as is experience with theory of mind and other modeling approaches.
• Ability to write and speak about research and development results with a variety of audiences, including academic peers and potential funders.
• Some experience working on projects for US Government or DoD research and development agencies.
• Collaborative team member with the highest integrity and moral compass.
• Some experience in working with diverse teams/programs in multiple locations.
• Preferred: Active TS/SCI clearance
• Preferred: PhD degree preferred

• Positive and rewarding employee experience
• Industry-leading employee experience
• Supportive work environment
• Opportunity to work on world-class programs
• Equal opportunity employer
• Non-discriminatory recruitment, employment, and promotion practices
• Commitment to achieving timely, innovative, cost-effective, and mission-focused solutions
• Collaborative team environment
• Ability to work on projects for US Government or DoD research and development agencies
• Opportunity to work with diverse teams/programs in multiple locations
• Ability to work with human behavior models and cognitive modeling approaches
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies such as Spiking Neural Networks (SNN), Intel Loihi, and FPGA instantiations
• Opportunity to work on projects related to human-computer interaction and virtual/augmented reality
• Ability to learn new programming skills and work in various coding environments
• Experience with flexible and fast run-time languages
• Opportunity to present research and development results to academic peers and potential funders
• Preferred: Active TS/SCI clearance
• Preferred: PhD degree