Senior Researcher

2 Months ago • 1 Years + • Research Development

Job Summary

Job Description

Microsoft Research Asia (MSRA) in Hong Kong seeks a Senior Researcher specializing in AI, focusing on Multimedia and Vision, Immersive & Embodied AI, and Multimodal Foundation Models. This role involves leading joint research efforts, collaborating with diverse teams (internal and external), fostering relationships with academic and industry partners, and creating synergy among MSRA research groups. Responsibilities include developing core AI algorithms, publishing academic papers, and contributing to a long-term research agenda aligned with MSRA's strategy. The ideal candidate possesses a doctorate in a relevant field, significant research experience, and strong communication skills.
Must have:
  • Doctorate in relevant field
  • 1+ year research experience
  • Lead author publications
  • AI algorithm development expertise
  • Strong communication skills

Job Details

Overview

Microsoft Research Asia Pacific (MSR Asia), established in 1998, is a leading research lab with major sites in Beijing and Shanghai. A group of talented researchers and engineers are working on state-of-the-art technologies every day to solve the most challenging problems in computing and its interdisciplinary areas. As one of the world-class research labs, MSRA offers an exhilarating, supportive, open and inclusive environment for top talents to create the future through their disruptive and cutting-edge research.  Over the years, technologies developed by MSR Asia have made a significant impact within Microsoft and also around the world, and new, innovative technologies are constantly being born from the lab.

Microsoft Research Asia (MSRA) is now extending its footprint into Hongkong and looking for a Senior Researcher specializing in AI with a strong focus on Multimedia and Vision, Immersive & Embodied AI, Multimodal Foundation Models, and related fields. This is an exceptional opportunity to drive an ambitious research agenda while collaborating with diverse teams to push for novel applications of those research areas.

Qualifications

  • Doctorate in relevant field AND 1+ year(s) related research experience OR equivalent experience.
  • Experience publishing academic papers as a lead author or essential contributor.
  • Experience developing core AI algorithms and solutions in the fields including but not limited to multimedia, vision, immersive AI, embodied AI, HCI, and multimodal foundation models.
  • Deep knowledge about the latest large foundation models, agentic AI system, and their applications
  • Strong communication skills to engage with various collaborators both externally and internally

 

 

 

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Responsibilities

  • As an accomplished expert in a broad research area (e.g., Multimedia and Vision, AI and Machine Learning, NLP and Foundation Model) has a comprehensive understanding of the relevant literature, research methods, and business and academic context.
  • Leads a joint research effort (possibly involving multiple teams/universities inside and outside of Microsoft) to pursue a long-term research agenda which is in line with MSRA strategy.
  • Fosters cooperative relationships with academic communities, industry partners, and business groups within Microsoft to establish MSRA presence locally and support future growth. 
  • Creates synergy among MSRA research groups in multiple locations to enable collaboration and creativity.

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