Predoctoral Young Investigator, Open Ecosystem

The Allen Institute for Artificial IntelligenceSeattle, WA
Onsite

About The Position

The Allen AI Predoctoral Young Investigator offers predoctoral candidates the opportunity to prepare for graduate-level research through partnership with strong mentors, participation in cutting edge research, and co-authorship of papers at top venues. This program aims to position candidates for successful entry into a top graduate program. For potential candidates who are already enrolled in graduate studies, this program offers the opportunity to work with researchers at Ai2 on collaborative projects for the benefit of both Ai2’s initiatives and your thesis work. Gain strong research experience through direct collaboration with Ai2 researchers. Co-author papers with Ai2 researchers and get published in top venues. Learn about and leverage Ai2’s data, engineering infrastructure, and research tools. Gain industry experience in a supportive, agile, mission-driven environment. No grant writing, teaching, or administrative responsibilities required. At Ai2, we value the importance of taking the next step in your research career - getting your PhD. When visiting schools to decide on your PhD program, you will not be required to use your accrued Vacation and Personal Time to travel and/or conduct school visits.

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field with a desire to enter a PhD program in the next 1-3 years, or currently enrolled in a related PhD program.

Responsibilities

  • Gain strong research experience through direct collaboration with Ai2 researchers.
  • Co-author papers with Ai2 researchers and get published in top venues.
  • Learn about and leverage Ai2’s data, engineering infrastructure, and research tools.
  • Gain industry experience in a supportive, agile, mission-driven environment.
  • No grant writing, teaching, or administrative responsibilities required.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • employee assistance program
  • health savings account plan
  • healthcare reimbursement arrangement plan
  • health care and dependent care flexible spending account plans
  • company’s 401k plan
  • $125 per month to assist with commuting or internet expenses
  • $200 per month for fitness and wellbeing expenses
  • up to ten sick days per year
  • up to seven personal days per year
  • up to 20 vacation days per year
  • twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year
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