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# AI Researcher

- **Company:** Vatic Labs Operations LLC
- **Location:** New York, United States
- **Salary:** $175,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, C++ (Programming Language), Cognitive Science, Financial Software, Hidden Markov Model, Python (Programming Language), Software Tools, Tensorflow, Scientific Computating, Signal Processing, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Pytorch, Large Language Models, Information Technology, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/b8f4d07d-d794-4dcb-a9ce-07f54d267a39

## About the Role

* Earned or will earn a Ph.D. in a quantitative field, such as Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Applied Math, Statistics, Quantitative Finance, Cognitive Science, Physics or another field of science.
 * Experience analyzing large data sets with rigorous statistical and ML/AI approaches, including classification, clustering, regression (linear and nonlinear), optimization, signal processing, filtering and smoothing, time-series analysis, hidden Markov models, high-dimensional data analysis, vector quantization, decision tree methods, EM methods, Bayesian methods, variational inference methods, and neural networks.
 * Demonstration of deep knowledge of large language models and deep neural networks for practical applications (e.g. NLP, vision, speech, signal processing, scientific computing, finance, etc). Finance applications preferred but not necessary.
 * Ability to generate impactful research in academic or professional pursuits.
 * Advanced understanding and experience of practical programming languages and software tools for data analysis and ML/AI applications, such as Python, C++, PyTorch, Tensorflow, etc.
 * Interest and enthusiasm for learning about financial markets (previous experience not required).



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