Presentation
Data Scientist II - AI Assurance Researcher
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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
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Seattle or Richland, WA
SessionJob Postings
DescriptionPNNL is seeking a Data Scientist II - AI Assurance Researcher who has experience in understanding, exploring, and manipulating the internal mechanics and behaviors of AI models and can provide valuable insights into the decision boundaries and mathematical fingerprints of data properties. The selected candidate should have extensive experience training models, accessing and working with data embeddings, the ability to derive theoretical queries from empirical results, and demonstrate the capacity to translate research papers and findings into mission relevant insights and tools.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and execute machine learning (ML) experiments that follow the current best practices within the community, including large scale experiments on HPC (e.g. experiments that take a week)
Evaluate AI systems across multiple axes, including standard performance metrics but also generalization to out-of-distribution settings
Write high-quality research code
Assess empirical results to guide future research and experimental steps
Conduct work in secure environments and execute work from an operational security perspective
This position is based in either Richland, WA or Seattle, WA and requires an onsite presence.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and execute machine learning (ML) experiments that follow the current best practices within the community, including large scale experiments on HPC (e.g. experiments that take a week)
Evaluate AI systems across multiple axes, including standard performance metrics but also generalization to out-of-distribution settings
Write high-quality research code
Assess empirical results to guide future research and experimental steps
Conduct work in secure environments and execute work from an operational security perspective
This position is based in either Richland, WA or Seattle, WA and requires an onsite presence.
RequirementsMinimum Qualifications:
BS/BA and 2 years of relevant experience -OR-
MS/MA -OR-
PhD
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or related fields
Familiarity with the current ML research landscape, especially xAI, adversarial machine learning, AI safety, and the science of deep learning
Interest in taking research prototypes to deployable tools for AI researchers
Familiarity with PyTorch and other associated deep learning libraries
Hands-on experience analyzing the internal structures of deep learning models, particularly those associated with large language models and large vision models
SCI Clearance
Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment
Not applicable.
Additional Information
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
A security clearance background investigation includes review of your employment, education, financial, and criminal history, as well as interviews with you and your personal references, neighbors, and co-workers to determine trustworthiness, reliability, and loyalty to the United States. The investigation also examines your foreign connections, drug and alcohol use, foreign influence, and overall conduct.
Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship
Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B.
Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the applicant selected for hire is subject to pre-employment drug testing, and post-employment random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP).
Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy if non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months cannot be demonstrated.
Testing Designated Position
This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program.
Company DescriptionPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!
At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.
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Event Type
Job Posting
TimeMonday, 17 November 20254:40pm - 4:40pm CST
LocationHall 6
United States of America
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
In-person
Full Time
Permanent