Senior Researcher (MSR Asia)

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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 looking for a Senior Researcher specializing in AI with a strong focus on large language model, deep learning systems, multimodal foundation models, embodied AI, 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.

• Doctorate in relevant field OR equivalent experience.
• Passion to see research has a real-world impact on key challenges for society.
• Strong influencing and communication skills to engage with various stakeholders externally and internally.
• Be able to work within a dynamic team
• High personal standard to deliver a thoughtful, polished and quality work product.
• Experience publishing academic papers as a lead author or essential contributor.

• As an accomplished expert in a broad research area (e.g., large language model, deep learning systems, multimodal foundation models, embodied AI, and related fields) 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.