2,480 AI Researcher jobs in Kenya
Principal Research Scientist - AI
Posted 5 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct high-impact research in key areas of Artificial Intelligence, including deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and reinforcement learning.
- Design and implement novel algorithms and models, and conduct rigorous empirical evaluations.
- Collaborate with other researchers and engineers to translate research findings into practical applications and prototypes.
- Publish research results in leading AI conferences and journals.
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the intellectual growth of the team.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI and related fields, identifying emerging trends and opportunities.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of AI research within the organization.
- Present research findings internally and externally to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Develop and maintain high-quality code for research experiments and prototypes.
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral research experience in AI/ML, with a strong publication record in top-tier venues.
- Deep theoretical understanding of machine learning, statistical modeling, and algorithms.
- Expertise in at least one major area of AI (e.g., NLP, Computer Vision, Reinforcement Learning).
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Experience with large-scale data analysis and distributed computing is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a creative approach to research challenges.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead research projects and work effectively in a remote, collaborative team environment.
- A passion for innovation and a drive to make significant contributions to the field of AI.
Junior Data Scientist - Machine Learning
Posted 19 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Assist in data collection, cleaning, and preprocessing from various sources.
- Support the development, training, and evaluation of machine learning models.
- Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
- Collaborate with senior data scientists on feature engineering and model selection.
- Help in visualizing data and model results for clear communication.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of robust data pipelines.
- Learn and apply statistical methods and machine learning algorithms.
- Assist in documenting project methodologies, findings, and model performance.
- Stay updated on emerging trends and techniques in data science and machine learning.
- Contribute to team discussions and problem-solving sessions.
- Gain practical experience with cloud platforms and big data technologies.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
- Foundational knowledge of statistical concepts and machine learning algorithms (e.g., regression, classification, clustering).
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and relevant libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn).
- Basic understanding of SQL and database querying.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools and techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, remote environment.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Prior project experience or internships in data analysis or machine learning is a plus.
Junior Data Scientist, AI Research
Posted 12 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Assist in the collection, cleaning, and preprocessing of large datasets for AI model training.
- Implement and test various machine learning and deep learning algorithms under guidance.
- Conduct exploratory data analysis to identify patterns and insights.
- Support the development and evaluation of predictive models.
- Collaborate with senior team members on research projects and experimental design.
- Document research findings, methodologies, and code.
- Contribute to the ongoing improvement of data pipelines and analytical tools.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements and research in AI and machine learning.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions on project progress and challenges.
- Assist in the visualization of data and model results.
- Help troubleshoot and debug code and model performance issues.
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
- Foundational understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning, and deep learning concepts.
- Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in data science, such as Python.
- Familiarity with data science libraries and frameworks (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.
- A demonstrable passion for artificial intelligence and its applications.
- Prior project experience or coursework in data science or machine learning is a plus.
Principal Research Scientist - AI in Genomics
Posted 19 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and conduct cutting-edge research in AI applied to genomics and related biological fields.
- Develop and implement novel machine learning algorithms and statistical models for analyzing large-scale genomic datasets.
- Design and execute experiments, interpret results, and translate findings into biological insights and actionable strategies.
- Spearhead the development of predictive models for disease genomics, drug discovery, and personalized therapeutics.
- Publish research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences.
- Mentor and guide a team of research scientists and bioinformaticians.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external academic/industry partners to drive research initiatives.
- Identify and pursue new research opportunities and funding avenues (e.g., grants).
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the company's research and development efforts.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, genomics, and computational biology.
- Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science (with AI/ML focus), Genetics, or a related quantitative field.
- 10+ years of post-doctoral research experience in genomics, bioinformatics, and AI/ML.
- Demonstrated expertise in applying machine learning and deep learning techniques to biological data.
- Strong understanding of human genetics, molecular biology, and genomics data analysis pipelines.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python (with libraries like TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn) and R.
- Experience with high-performance computing environments and cloud platforms.
- Proven track record of impactful publications and presentations in the field.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills for effective remote collaboration.
- Experience in grant writing is a significant advantage.
- Strategic thinker with a passion for scientific discovery.
Lead Data Scientist - AI Research
Posted 19 days ago
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Key responsibilities include leading research projects from conception to implementation, mentoring junior data scientists, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate research findings into actionable insights and product features. You will be responsible for designing experiments, developing predictive models, and analyzing large, complex datasets to uncover patterns and drive strategic decisions. Staying abreast of the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, deep learning, and related fields is critical.
The ideal candidate will possess a PhD or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline, with a strong focus on AI and machine learning. Proven experience in leading research projects, publishing scientific papers, and developing complex AI models is essential. Proficiency in programming languages like Python or R, along with extensive experience with ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn), is mandatory. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required for effective remote collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Responsibilities:
- Lead AI research projects, defining objectives and methodologies.
- Develop and implement advanced machine learning and deep learning models.
- Analyze large, complex datasets to extract meaningful insights.
- Design and conduct experiments to validate AI hypotheses.
- Mentor and guide junior data scientists and researchers.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate AI models into products.
- Publish research findings in reputable journals and present at conferences.
- Stay current with the latest AI and ML research trends and technologies.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the company's AI initiatives.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in data science, with a significant focus on AI/ML research.
- Demonstrated experience in leading research projects and publishing academic work.
- Expertise in programming languages such as Python or R.
- Proficiency with machine learning libraries and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, scikit-learn).
- Strong understanding of statistical modeling, algorithms, and data mining techniques.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration and technical documentation.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage complex research initiatives.
Junior Data Scientist & AI Research Intern
Posted 19 days ago
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AI Research Scientist (Computer Vision)
Posted 19 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Conduct cutting-edge research in computer vision and deep learning.
- Develop and implement novel algorithms and models for image and video analysis.
- Design and execute experiments, analyze results, and document findings.
- Collaborate with a team of researchers and engineers on challenging AI projects.
- Publish research findings in leading academic conferences and journals.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI and computer vision.
- Contribute to the development of AI products and solutions.
- Optimize model performance and efficiency for real-world applications.
- Work with large datasets and utilize distributed computing resources.
- Mentor junior researchers and interns.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, AI, or a related field with a specialization in Computer Vision.
- Proven track record of research publications in top AI venues.
- Expertise in deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras).
- Strong programming skills in Python.
- Proficiency with computer vision libraries (OpenCV).
- Experience with data preprocessing, model training, and evaluation.
- Solid understanding of mathematical concepts underlying machine learning and computer vision.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, adapted for a remote environment.
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Principal Research Scientist - AI in Drug Discovery
Posted 14 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and execution of AI/ML-driven research programs for drug discovery and development.
- Develop and apply advanced machine learning algorithms (e.g., deep learning, reinforcement learning) to analyze complex biological and chemical data.
- Identify and validate novel drug targets and therapeutic strategies through in-silico methods.
- Build predictive models for compound screening, property prediction, and ADMET profiling.
- Collaborate with computational chemists and biologists to integrate AI insights into experimental workflows.
- Stay at the forefront of AI research and its applications in the pharmaceutical industry, identifying emerging technologies and methodologies.
- Publish research findings in top-tier scientific journals and present at international conferences.
- Mentor and guide junior scientists and postdoctoral fellows in AI/ML research.
- Contribute to intellectual property generation and patent applications.
- Ensure robust data management, reproducibility, and documentation of research projects.
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computational Biology, Cheminformatics, Bioinformatics, or a related quantitative field.
- A minimum of 10 years of post-doctoral research experience, with a significant focus on AI/ML applications in drug discovery or life sciences.
- Proven track record of groundbreaking research, evidenced by high-impact publications and citations.
- Expertise in a wide range of AI/ML techniques, including deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Strong programming skills in Python and experience with relevant scientific libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, RDKit, OpenBabel).
- Proficiency in analyzing large-scale biological datasets (genomics, proteomics, transcriptomics) and chemical structures.
- Excellent understanding of drug discovery processes and relevant biological pathways.
- Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.
- Demonstrated leadership in guiding research projects and mentoring talent.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- This is a fully remote position, supporting scientific initiatives for **Machakos, Machakos, KE**, and global research centers.
AI Research Scientist - Machine Learning
Posted 19 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Conduct cutting-edge research in machine learning and artificial intelligence
- Develop, implement, and optimize novel ML algorithms and deep learning models
- Analyze large and complex datasets to extract meaningful insights and drive model performance
- Design and execute experiments to validate research hypotheses
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into products and services
- Publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals
- Develop and maintain robust, scalable, and efficient AI systems
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI/ML research and industry trends
- Contribute to intellectual property development, including patents and white papers
- Mentor junior researchers and interns
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field
- Minimum of 5 years of research experience in machine learning or AI
- Strong theoretical foundation in statistical modeling, deep learning, and reinforcement learning
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++
- Extensive experience with ML/DL frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras)
- Experience with big data technologies and cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Proven track record of publications in leading AI conferences and journals
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Principal Research Scientist - Data Science & AI
Posted 3 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Define and execute a research strategy focused on advanced data science and artificial intelligence methodologies.
- Develop, implement, and validate sophisticated machine learning models, deep learning architectures, and AI algorithms.
- Conduct in-depth data analysis, feature engineering, and model training on large, complex datasets.
- Lead the research and development of novel AI solutions for diverse applications.
- Mentor and guide a team of data scientists and research engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and scientific excellence.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, statistical modeling, and related fields.
- Publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals, and contribute to patent applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate research insights into practical, scalable solutions.
- Evaluate and select appropriate tools, technologies, and frameworks for research projects.
- Present complex technical concepts and research outcomes to both technical and executive audiences.
- Ensure the ethical considerations and potential biases of AI models are addressed.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 8 years of research experience in Data Science and AI, with a proven track record of impactful contributions.
- Expertise in machine learning algorithms (supervised, unsupervised, reinforcement learning), deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), and natural language processing.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop).
- Strong mathematical and statistical background.
- Demonstrated experience in leading research projects and mentoring junior scientists.
- Excellent publication record in leading AI/ML venues.
- Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
- Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, vital for effective remote collaboration.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.