Senior Researcher, Computational Cognitive Science/Machine Learningfoundry10 • United States
Senior Researcher, Computational Cognitive Science/Machine Learning
foundry10
- United States
- United States
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Summary Of Role Computational cognitive science offers powerful tools for enhancing learning in and outside of the classroom, and for addressing pressing needs in K‑12 and post‑secondary education. Applicants for this role should have a strong interest in education and desire to use computational tools and machine learning techniques to expand ideas about learning and create direct value for youth. Researchers at foundry10 employ a wide range of quantitative and qualitative approaches, drawing from a variety of disciplines (e.g., education science, psychology, human‑centered design, economics, information science, museology). This role will complement and expand on our existing strengths through both independent research and analysis as well as multidisciplinary collaboration across our organization and in partnership with external institutions.
Applicants should have deep expertise in appropriate domains (machine learning principles, large language models (LLMs)/generative AI, and other computational cognitive science techniques, ethics and privacy), bring novel ideas and expertise, and experience‑based insights. Qualified candidates will have advanced research skills (e.g., data analysis techniques, knowledge of study design, visualizing and interpreting data) and be comfortable with sharing generalizable findings using different mediums alongside peer‑reviewed publications.
This position reports to the Director of Research. The salary range for this position is $184,425 to $307,375 per year, depending on experience.
Research Areas of Interest Education
Modeling human cognition, learning, belief revision, and behavior
Analyzing learning inputs, such as educational materials, social media, parent‑child interactions, interactions with generative AI
Using machine learning, large language models/generative AI, and comparable computational tools for analysis of quantitative datasets and simulations (e.g., network analysis, graphical models, causal inference, computational modeling)
Applying ML and related computational tools to evaluate qualitative data sets, for example, natural language processing, and developing/implementing qualitative coding schemes.
Responsibilities The Senior Researcher will be expected to progress towards annual individual goals while additionally engaging in collaboration and expanding the capabilities of the Research Team.
Research
Designing and contributing to a balanced portfolio of research projects that includes independent research in line with organizational objectives and shared research projects that support connections with research labs, philanthropy, communications, and youth programs
Developing interesting and important questions regarding education in a space that values and supports creative approaches towards learning
Representing foundry10 at conferences, within publications, and face‑to‑face with a variety of community partners
Employing a variety of methodologies, using various qualitative and quantitative methodologies, analysis strategies, and study designs as needed to address current research questions
Making informed decisions about when to extend vs. redirect or close off lines of inquiry, depending on progress and likelihood of yielding useful and actionable insights
Leading operations and partnership tasks (e.g., coordination of external data collection services, communication with external partners) as needed
Collaboration & Service
Collaborating with foundry10 researchers (pursuing collaborative research projects, identifying and pursuing opportunities for secondary analysis of existing foundry10 datasets, etc.)
Gaining background knowledge and expertise in other related/unrelated fields within foundry10’s research domains and interest areas
Actively reading and engaging with current research/techniques/technologies and bringing new knowledge to the organization and their teams as a result of engagement with relevant topics
Working collaboratively with foundry10’s Communications Team to communicate actionable insights to various learning and research communities as well as with lay‑people in the educational community
Providing expertise and support to foundry10’s research team (for example: engaging in collaborative research, advising on study design and analysis, contributing to literature reviews or gap analyses, facilitating workshops for skill development)
This is not an exhaustive list, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Requirements Education and Experience
PhD in Cognitive Science, Psychology, Information Science, Applied Computer Science, or related discipline, with at least 2‑5 years relevant post‑PhD work experience
Demonstrated history of publishing academic articles using machine learning, large language models (LLMs)/generative AI, or other computational cognitive science techniques to study human cognition, learning, and/or behavior
Experience in both academia and industry preferred
Experience independently leading and conducting research with minimal supervision
End to end project design, execution and completion
Experience on a variety of projects with multiple stakeholders
Experience mentoring and/or managing students, junior researchers, and/or research staff
Skills, Abilities, And Knowledge
Strong background in research ethics, particularly research ethics involving children and adolescents
Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, in interpersonal and research settings
Ability to manage time and track several project timelines at once
Ability to work self‑sufficiently and identify areas where processes could be improved
Ability to cross multiple subject areas and quickly gain a basic understanding of new areas
Ability to work collaboratively with researchers from other fields and specializations
Eligibility We cannot sponsor visa applications, and to be considered for this position, you must be eligible to work in the United States. To protect our staff, partners, and the youth we serve, we require all foundry10 employees to adhere to our masking and COVID testing policies when working in person.
Benefits
A 4‑day workweek
A flexible and hybrid work schedule
Full Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their dependents
$1,500 yearly education stipend
$3,000 yearly wellness and hobby stipend, before taxes
Generous paid time off that includes:
4 weeks of vacation time annually and additional accrual with tenure
12 paid holidays
56 hours of paid sick and safe leave front‑loaded annually
Week‑long office closures twice a year - each summer and winter
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Employee Assistance Program at no cost to the employee
Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance paid fully by foundry10
Equal Opportunity Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs. foundry10 strives to provide a work environment free from discrimination and harassment because of a protected characteristic. The organization does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, creed, citizenship, status, national origin, ancestry, gender, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, religion, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to assist individuals with disabilities with the application and interviewing process as well as essential job functions.
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