Research Scientist: Hierarchical Sensorimotor Perception

Astera Institute
Any Location, CA
Job Description
Astera Institute is seeking a Research Scientist to develop foundational principles of Artificial General Intelligence by understanding the code of the brain and building scalable systems.

Requirements

  • PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Neuroscience, Physics, or a related quantitative field
  • Strong foundations in deep learning, graphical models, and information theory
  • Expert-level skills in deep learning frameworks (PyTorch/JAX)
  • Ability to thrive in a lean, fast-paced environment with high autonomy

Benefits

  • No pressure to align research with quarterly revenue goals or product roadmaps
  • Mission-first focus on solving core problems and achieving breakthroughs
  • Collaborative culture with high autonomy and direct influence on research direction
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