Riverside Overview

Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country’s most challenging technical problems. All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship.

Position Overview

Riverside Research is seeking a Research Scientist with a general background in machine learning and artificial intelligence and with exceptional customer interaction and business development skills to join a dynamic, growth-focused Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Lab. The Lab performs research and development focused on providing solutions to the Defense and Intelligence Communities. As a key member of our Open Innovation Center, the research scientist will execute as well as assist in growing opportunities with government research organizations (e.g. DARPA, IARPA, service labs, etc.), perform on our corporate-wide Independent Research & Development (IR&D) efforts in artificial intelligence and machine learning, manage existing R&D contracts, and transition technology into our other business units. The Research Scientist will work with team members located in the Dayton OH, Washington DC, New York City, and Boston office locations while reporting to the Director of the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Lab of the Open Innovation Center Business Unit.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the Research Scientist in AI/ML (Natural Language Processing focus) include but are not limited to:

• Assist in executing work for and pursuing and growing business with government research organizations including DARPA, IARPA, and service labs. This requires interacting with funders in the context of demonstrating capabilities and in preparation of proposals, white papers, demos, and presentations. In particular, for this position, excellent verbal and written skills related to articulating the value of our methods are critical.
• Provide technical direction, task-level technical leadership, and research and development skills for our corporate-wide IR&D efforts in artificial intelligence and machine. This includes developing software to support a variety of machine learning and AI-related projects in multiple domains. Topics could include ones mentioned in our research interests below. The Research Scientist will also assist the team and director 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.
• Work with team members in 4 office locations.
• Understand, apply and contribute to state of the art AI/ML techniques, publishing and presenting research results.

Riverside has created a collaborative culture that stands apart from their competitors. With a strong business base, forward-looking vantage point, and growing internal R&D capabilities, the AI/ML Research Scientist (Signals Processing) will be part of a vibrant and growing laboratory.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in an AI/ML related field (Computer Science, Electrical and/or Computer Engineering, Physics, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience) and/or an advanced degree without experience required with preference for PhD degree.
• Some experience working on projects for US Government or DoD research and development agencies.
• Excellent customer and partner interaction skills.
• Collaborative team member with the highest integrity and moral compass.
• Some experience in working with diverse teams/programs in multiple locations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance. Those with active TS/SCI clearance preferred.
• Ability to conduct or assist in conducting research in state of art artificial intelligence / machine learning projects including:
  • 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, natural language processing, and virtual/augmented reality to assist complex tasking
• Demonstrated ability to work in coding environments and deliver prototypes revolving around the use of signal-centric computing technologies.
• 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.
• Ability to write and speak about research and development results with a variety of audiences, including academic peers and potential funders.

Global Comp

$72,800- $135,200 This represents the typical compensation range for this position based on experience, location and other factors.

Closing Statement

Riverside Research Institute is a not-for-profit, technology-oriented defense company, where service to our customers and support of our staff is our overall mission. Riverside is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Riverside offers comprehensive compensation and benefit packages to our employees. Riverside bases its employment decisions solely on technical experience, qualifications and other job-related criteria related to our organizational purpose as a not-for-profit company, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status or any other status legally protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.