IBM Research is looking to solve the problem of advancing artificial intelligence through cutting-edge research in areas such as novel training algorithms, efficient fine-tuning, and inference-time scaling for multi-modal models.
Requirements
- Research Experience with Modern ML: Hands-on experience with and a deep theoretical understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs), Vision-Language Models (VLMs), and Transformer-based architectures
- Strong Programming & Prototyping Skills: Proficiency in Python for rapid prototyping, experimental setup, and implementing large-scale machine learning systems
- Rigorous Analytical & Problem-Solving Abilities: Demonstrated strength in quantitative analysis, designing experiments, and deconstructing complex research problems
- Proven Research & Communication Skills: A track record of innovation (evidenced by peer-reviewed publications or strong preprints) and the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts in both writing and presentations
- Collaborative Research Mindset: A team-oriented approach with a commitment to rigorous, reproducible, and well-documented research practices
- Research Excellence: Strong publication record in top-tier conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, CVPR, AAAI)
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced expertise in ML frameworks (PyTorch) and full-cycle development of algorithms and systems
Responsibilities
- Identifying core challenges and designing novel prototype solutions
- Validating solutions through rigorous experimentation
- Conducting foundational research in critical areas such as novel training algorithms, efficient fine-tuning, and inference-time scaling for multi-modal models
- Shepherding projects from ideation to completion
- Disseminating significant results through publications in leading conferences and patent applications
- Collaborating in small, mentored teams
- Exploring cutting-edge research areas, including new algorithms for training, fine-tuning, and inference time scaling
Other
- Bachelor's Degree
- Preferred Education: Master's Degree
- No Travel required
- Onsite work arrangement
- Co-Op (Fixed Term) employment type
- Internship contract type
