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Research Scientist

Caltech
Caltech Salary
Pasadena, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/21/2025
Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community.

Job Summary

The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in leading a focused research program in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Mathematics. The primary objective of this program is to harness machine learning tools, with a particular emphasis on reinforcement learning (RL), to tackle complex research-level mathematical problems and to innovate new algorithms for mathematical reasoning.

Essential Job Duties

  • Lead and manage research projects within the AI and Mathematics program.
  • Apply machine learning and reinforcement learning techniques to solve advanced mathematical problems.
  • Develop and implement new algorithms for mathematical reasoning.
  • Collaborate with team members to advance the program's goals.
  • Publish research findings in reputable scientific journals and present at conferences.

Basic Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience with machine learning, especially reinforcement learning.
  • Strong background in mathematical reasoning and problem-solving.
  • Proven track record of research excellence demonstrated through publications and projects.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Required Documents

  • Resume.
  • Cover Letter.

Hiring Range

$100,000 - $190,000 Per Year

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

To read more Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf.

Disability Accommodations

Caltech complies with the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants and employees to perform the essential functions of a position.

If you would like to request an accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please contact Caltech Recruiting at

Additionally, if you do not meet the basic qualifications of a role but believe you can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, please reach out to Caltech Recruiting at

Salary : $100,000 - $190,000

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