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08-06-2025 Job Title:Florida Virtual School Flex Earth Space Science Instructor Florida Certified Contract Type:12 Month Annual Salary:

Instructor- 12 Month ($57,000/annual)

Location:Remote Office or School Based Facility as assigned Job Description Summary:Our Mission is to equip students for success by developing and delivering highly effective digital learning through an intuitive online platform.

FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law. The Position:

Position General Summary:

The Instructor provides an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth. The Instructor organizes and implements an instructional program that results in students achieving academic success in accordance with FLVS and state policies and laws.

Essential Position Functions:

• Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences

• Identify, select, create and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs

• Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement

• Maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures

• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process

• Communicate with students, parents, and internal and external professionals within established timelines

• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment for students by participating in activities which include, but are not limited to, team teaching, meetings, staff development, communities of practice, and various committees

• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community members

• Ensure that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program classification

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, schools, and colleagues measured by FLVS district/school survey results

• Meet specific course and school-wide student performance goals

• Demonstrate gains in student performance

• Participate in research and presentations about online teaching; this may include activities such as, authoring articles, hosting workshops, sharing of information for professional growth, and student outreach events and activities

• Participate in blended learning models, which includes both on-line and classroom instruction and interaction with students at various schools and districts across the state; may be required to report to an assigned school

• May be responsible for instructional tutoring

• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrate respect for others

• All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established

(These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Bachelor's Degree

• Valid Florida Professional Teaching Certificate in content area assigned OR proof of active enrollment in a stated-approved EPI or MAT program AND either a valid Florida state-issued Statement of Eligibility OR valid Temporary Certificate in content area assigned

• Endorsements as required by Florida Department of Education

Non-Degreed Vocational Teacher:

To be eligible for local certification in a Non-Degreed Vocational subject, you must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a high school diploma or GED, and document three years of full-time (or the equivalent part-time) occupational experience in the teaching assignment, and be employed in the FLVS Career and Technical Education program;

  1. Completion of a training program specific to the area, completed at a postsecondary vocational or technical institution approved by the State Board for Vocational Education in the state where the institution is located; or

  2. A valid certificate, or license issued by a recognized state or national credentialing agency in an area specific to the assignment (RN, Cosmetology, Fire Service Instructor, etc.); or

  3. A certificate of completion of an apprenticeship program, established by the U.S. Department of Labor or the Florida Department of Labor (Air Conditioning, Building Maintenance, Electrical Wiring, etc.); and be employed in the FLVS Career and Technical Education program.

Experience:

• One year successful teaching experience within subject area OR successful completion of an FLVS instructional internship program OR current enrollment in an approved EPI or MAT program

• Three years' teaching experience, preferred

Knowledge, abilities and skills:

• Operational knowledge of the Internet and Web-related technologies

• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills

• Work independently with little direct supervision

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate on group projects and work as part of a team

• Must be responsible, accountable and self-motivated

• Demonstrated strong work ethic to achieve school goals

• Display effective prioritizing, organizing, and time-management skills; ability to meet aggressive deadlines

• Ability to learn and apply all required and recommended FLVS computer applications to create efficiency and consistency in internal workflows and instructional practices

• Demonstrated ability to successfully support the FLVS core competencies, values, and expectation for student-centered behaviors

Core Competencies For Success:

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Clearly and effectively conveys and/or presents information verbally; summarizes what was heard to mitigate miscommunication; Shares ideas and perspectives and encourages others to do the same; Informs others involved in a project of new developments; Disseminates information to other employees, as appropriate; Effectively uses multiple channels to communicate important messages; Keeps supervisor well informed about progress and/or problems in a timely manner; Writes in a clear, concise, organized and convincing way for a variety of target audiences; The written message is consistently error-free; The written message has the desired effect on the target audience

CUSTOMER FOCUS

Prioritizes customers (internal and external) and their needs as primary and is dedicated to meeting their expectations; Develops and maintains customer relationships; builds credibility and trust; Quickly and effectively solves customer problems; Provides prompt, attentive service in a cheerful manner; adapts to changing information, conditions or challenges with a positive attitude; Incorporates customer feedback into delivery of service to provide the best experience possible for the customer; Actively promotes FLVS in community by serving as a FLVS ambassador or volunteer

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Relates well with others; Treats others with respect; Shares views in a tactful way; Demonstrates diplomacy by approaching others about sensitive issues in non-threatening ways; Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of others; Fosters an environment conducive to open, transparent communication among all levels and positions; Takes the initiative to get to know internal and external customers

FUNCTIONAL /TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Has the skills, abilities, knowledge and experience to be successful in functional area of expertise; Dedicates time and energy to keeping abreast of the latest information related to area of expertise and technology; Picks up on technology quickly; Does well in technical courses and seminars; Produces high quality work in organized and timely fashion

Individual Contributor Competencies For Success:

PEER RELATIONSHIPS

Finds common ground and solves problems for the good of all; Can represent his/her own interests and yet be fair to other groups; Solves problems with peers with minimal "noise"; Is seen as a team player and is cooperative; Easily gains trust and support peers; Encourages collaboration; Is candid with peers

CREATIVITY

Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; Easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; Tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming sessions; Takes calculated risks; Is not afraid to try new things and potentially "fail fast"

SELF KNOWLEDGE

Seeks feedback; Gains insight from mistakes; Is open to constructive criticism; isn't defensive; Proactively seeks to understand his/her strengths and areas for growth; applies information to best serve organization; Recognizes how his/her behavior impacts others and incorporates insight into future interactions

PLANNING

Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; Sets objectives and goals; Breaks down work into the process steps; Develops schedules and task/people assignments; Anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; Measures performance against goals; Evaluates results

ORGANIZING

Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently; Concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities; Can attend to a broader range of activities as a result of organizing time efficiently; Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done; Can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; Arranges information and files in a useful manner

PROBLEM SOLVING

Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; Probes all fruitful sources for answers; Can see hidden problems; Is excellent at honest analysis; Looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers

DRIVE FOR RESULTS

Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; Very bottom-line oriented; Steadfastly pushes self and others for results; Is full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; Not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; Consistently seizes opportunities; Consistently exceeds goals

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Location: Remote Office or School-Based Facility as assigned

• Frequency of travel: Occasional travel may be required to various schools as daily work locations, as well as lab visits, meetings, trainings, and conferences; assigned locations will vary, and may require overnight stays

• Light physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

Job Description

We are looking for an advanced physicist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model.

In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of physics- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred but not required. Other related fields include, but are not limited to: Astrophysics, Biophysics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mathematics.

Benefits:

• This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position
• You’ll be able to choose which projects you want to work on
• You can work on your own schedule
• Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work

Responsibilities:

• Give AI chatbots diverse and complex physics problems and evaluate their outputs
• Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance

Qualifications:

• Fluency in English (native or bilingual level)
• Detail-oriented
• Proficient in mathematics, inductive/deductive reasoning, physical/temporal/ spatial reasoning
• A current, in progress, or completed Masters and/or PhD is preferred but not required

Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. This job is only available to those in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. Those located outside of these countries will not see work or assessments available on our site at this time.

Job Description

We are looking for an advanced physicist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model.

In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of physics- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred but not required. Other related fields include, but are not limited to: Astrophysics, Biophysics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mathematics.

Benefits:

• This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position
• You’ll be able to choose which projects you want to work on
• You can work on your own schedule
• Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work

Responsibilities:

• Give AI chatbots diverse and complex physics problems and evaluate their outputs
• Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance

Qualifications:

• Fluency in English (native or bilingual level)
• Detail-oriented
• Proficient in mathematics, inductive/deductive reasoning, physical/temporal/ spatial reasoning
• A current, in progress, or completed Masters and/or PhD is preferred but not required

Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. This job is only available to those in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. Those located outside of these countries will not see work or assessments available on our site at this time.

Job Description

We are looking for an advanced physicist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model.

In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of physics- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred but not required. Other related fields include, but are not limited to: Astrophysics, Biophysics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mathematics.

Benefits:

• This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position
• You’ll be able to choose which projects you want to work on
• You can work on your own schedule
• Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work

Responsibilities:

• Give AI chatbots diverse and complex physics problems and evaluate their outputs
• Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance

Qualifications:

• Fluency in English (native or bilingual level)
• Detail-oriented
• Proficient in mathematics, inductive/deductive reasoning, physical/temporal/ spatial reasoning
• A current, in progress, or completed Masters and/or PhD is preferred but not required

Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. This job is only available to those in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. Those located outside of these countries will not see work or assessments available on our site at this time.

**Summary:**
Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. To apply, click "Apply to Job" online on this web page.
**Required Skills:**
Research Scientist Responsibilities:
1. Perform research and develop solutions to computer software and computer hardware problems.
2. Research, design, and develop new optimization algorithms and techniques to improve the efficiency and performance of Meta's platforms.
3. Design and implement large-scale distributed software systems to serve large numbers of complex requests simultaneously and without failure.
4. Utilize technical research background, train new ranking models, and run experiments.
5. Create tools for migrating large bodies of user data across systems for new products, scalability efforts, and development of new core infrastructure.
6. Use machine learning, statistics, or other data techniques to build algorithms.
7. Suggest, collect, and synthesize system requirements from stakeholders and create effective feature roadmaps.
8. Analyze and resolve computer challenges from a system engineering standpoint.
9. Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
10. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
11. Telecommute from anywhere in the U.S.
12. permitted.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
13. Requires a Doctorate degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Analytics, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Sciences, or a related field
14. Position also requires completion of a university-level course, research project, internship, or thesis in the following:
15. 1. Algorithms, data structures, or systems software
16. 2. Solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches
17. 3. Gathering, manipulating, or analyzing complex, high-volume, high-dimensionality data from varying sources
18. 4. Communicating complex research in a clear, precise, and actionable manner
19. 5. Research in topics closely related to machine learning, NLP, recommendation systems, pattern recognition, signal processing, data mining, artificial intelligence, information retrieval, or computer vision
20. 6. Performing research that enables learning the semantics of data (images, video, text, audio, or other modalities) and advances the technology of intelligent machines
21. 7. Devising better data-driven models of human behavior
22. 8. Developing highly scalable classifiers and tools leveraging machine learning, statistics, regression, rules-based models, or mathematical models
23. and 9. Java, C++, Perl, PHP, or Python
**Public Compensation:**
$232,652/year to $290,180/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

**Summary:**
Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. To apply, click "Apply to Job" online on this web page.
**Required Skills:**
Research Scientist Responsibilities:
1. Perform research and develop solutions to computer software and computer hardware problems.
2. Research, design, and develop new optimization algorithms and techniques to improve the efficiency and performance of Meta's platforms.
3. Design and implement large-scale distributed software systems to serve large numbers of complex requests simultaneously and without failure.
4. Utilize technical research background, train new ranking models, and run experiments.
5. Create tools for migrating large bodies of user data across systems for new products, scalability efforts, and development of new core infrastructure.
6. Use machine learning, statistics, or other data techniques to build algorithms.
7. Suggest, collect, and synthesize system requirements from stakeholders and create effective feature roadmaps.
8. Analyze and resolve computer challenges from a system engineering standpoint.
9. Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
10. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
11. Telecommute from anywhere in the U.S.
12. permitted.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
13. Requires a Doctorate degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Analytics, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Sciences, or a related field
14. Position also requires completion of a university-level course, research project, internship, or thesis in the following:
15. 1. Algorithms, data structures, or systems software
16. 2. Solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches
17. 3. Gathering, manipulating, or analyzing complex, high-volume, high-dimensionality data from varying sources
18. 4. Communicating complex research in a clear, precise, and actionable manner
19. 5. Research in topics closely related to machine learning, NLP, recommendation systems, pattern recognition, signal processing, data mining, artificial intelligence, information retrieval, or computer vision
20. 6. Performing research that enables learning the semantics of data (images, video, text, audio, or other modalities) and advances the technology of intelligent machines
21. 7. Devising better data-driven models of human behavior
22. 8. Developing highly scalable classifiers and tools leveraging machine learning, statistics, regression, rules-based models, or mathematical models
23. and 9. Java, C++, Perl, PHP, or Python
**Public Compensation:**
$232,652/year to $290,180/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

**Research Scientist**
**Requisition Number:** 66485
**Location:** Boulder Colorado
**Employment Type:** Research Faculty
**Schedule:** Full Time
**Posting Close Date:** 01-Nov-2025
**Date Posted:**
**Job Summary**
The University of Colorado's Center for Health and Neuroscience, Genes, and Environment (CUChange) has a Full-Time Postdoctoral Research Associate position available. Principal investigators are Dr. Cinnamon Bidwell and Dr. Tim Curran.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
**Who We Are**
We are a motivated team that conducts transdisciplinary research exploring factors linked with health and risk behavior in regard to recreational and medicinal Cannabis use, anxiety, pain management, memory, and cognition. This position is well suited for a Ph.D. graduate pursuing a research career in cognitive science, psychology, neuroscience, translational human participant research, or other clinical or biomedical research.
**What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be**
Expected responsibilities:
+ We seek a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate to aid with NIH-funded studies, including ERP studies of acute influences of THC and CBD on memory encoding and retrieval processes and clinical trials focused on biobehavioral health outcomes, such as substance use, pain, anxiety, sleep, and immune markers.
+ Primary responsibilities include the supervision, design, implementation, analysis, and publication of EEG and clinically relevant data.
+ The postdoctoral research associate will be responsible for coordinating with the Pl and investigative team in order to manage the collection of behavioral and biological data, correspondence with the IRB regarding updates and amendments to relevant protocols, and supervision and training of research staff.
+ The postdoctoral research associate will work closely with the PI to ensure data quality control and the assurance of data safety and monitoring, and in this role will assist the PI to conduct quarterly meetings with the external Data Safety and Monitoring Board.
+ Support for grant writing, data management and analysis, and manuscript preparation will also be expected.
+ Specifically, it is expected that the postdoctoral research associate will take a lead role in analyzing data, preparing data for presentation at professional conferences, and will collaborate with the PI and Co-Investigators to submit manuscripts for publication.
**What We Can Offer**
$63,000 - $68,000 (annual) depending on experience.
**Benefits**
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits ( , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder ( .
**Be Statements**
Be ambitious. Be groundbreaking. Be Boulder.
**What We Require**
Required qualifications include the following:
+ Ph.D. in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, or another related field
+ EEG/ERP experience
+ Research experience in cognitive psychology or related areas
**What You Will Need**
+ Experience with computer programming, computer networking, and MATLAB.
+ Experience conducting human participant research appointments and eligibility screenings.
+ Strong communication and organizational skills.
+ Ability to work collaboratively with study staff, postdoctoral researchers, undergraduates, principal investigators, and other laboratories.
**Special Instructions**
To apply, please submit the following materials:
1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources Department using an approved online vendor. However, if your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version as an Optional document.
Please apply by the 11/1/25 for consideration. Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs. ( compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
**To apply, visit ( 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency ( University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

**Summary:**
Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. To apply, click "Apply to Job" online on this web page.
**Required Skills:**
Research Scientist Responsibilities:
1. Perform research and develop solutions to computer software and computer hardware problems.
2. Research, design, and develop new optimization algorithms and techniques to improve the efficiency and performance of Meta's platforms.
3. Design and implement large-scale distributed software systems to serve large numbers of complex requests simultaneously and without failure.
4. Utilize technical research background, train new ranking models, and run experiments.
5. Create tools for migrating large bodies of user data across systems for new products, scalability efforts, and development of new core infrastructure.
6. Use machine learning, statistics, or other data techniques to build algorithms.
7. Suggest, collect, and synthesize system requirements from stakeholders and create effective feature roadmaps.
8. Analyze and resolve computer challenges from a system engineering standpoint.
9. Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
10. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
11. Telecommute from anywhere in the U.S.
12. permitted.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
13. Requires a Doctorate degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Analytics, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Sciences, or a related field
14. Position also requires completion of a university-level course, research project, internship, or thesis in the following:
15. 1. Algorithms, data structures, or systems software
16. 2. Solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches
17. 3. Gathering, manipulating, or analyzing complex, high-volume, high-dimensionality data from varying sources
18. 4. Communicating complex research in a clear, precise, and actionable manner
19. 5. Research in topics closely related to machine learning, NLP, recommendation systems, pattern recognition, signal processing, data mining, artificial intelligence, information retrieval, or computer vision
20. 6. Performing research that enables learning the semantics of data (images, video, text, audio, or other modalities) and advances the technology of intelligent machines
21. 7. Devising better data-driven models of human behavior
22. 8. Developing highly scalable classifiers and tools leveraging machine learning, statistics, regression, rules-based models, or mathematical models
23. and 9. Java, C++, Perl, PHP, or Python
**Public Compensation:**
$232,652/year to $290,180/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

**Summary:**
Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. To apply, click "Apply to Job" online on this web page.
**Required Skills:**
Research Scientist Responsibilities:
1. Perform research and develop solutions to computer software and computer hardware problems.
2. Research, design, and develop new optimization algorithms and techniques to improve the efficiency and performance of Meta's platforms.
3. Design and implement large-scale distributed software systems to serve large numbers of complex requests simultaneously and without failure.
4. Utilize technical research background, train new ranking models, and run experiments.
5. Create tools for migrating large bodies of user data across systems for new products, scalability efforts, and development of new core infrastructure.
6. Use machine learning, statistics, or other data techniques to build algorithms.
7. Suggest, collect, and synthesize system requirements from stakeholders and create effective feature roadmaps.
8. Analyze and resolve computer challenges from a system engineering standpoint.
9. Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
10. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
11. Telecommute from anywhere in the U.S.
12. permitted.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
13. Requires a Doctorate degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Analytics, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Sciences, or a related field
14. Position also requires completion of a university-level course, research project, internship, or thesis in the following:
15. 1. Algorithms, data structures, or systems software
16. 2. Solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches
17. 3. Gathering, manipulating, or analyzing complex, high-volume, high-dimensionality data from varying sources
18. 4. Communicating complex research in a clear, precise, and actionable manner
19. 5. Research in topics closely related to machine learning, NLP, recommendation systems, pattern recognition, signal processing, data mining, artificial intelligence, information retrieval, or computer vision
20. 6. Performing research that enables learning the semantics of data (images, video, text, audio, or other modalities) and advances the technology of intelligent machines
21. 7. Devising better data-driven models of human behavior
22. 8. Developing highly scalable classifiers and tools leveraging machine learning, statistics, regression, rules-based models, or mathematical models
23. and 9. Java, C++, Perl, PHP, or Python
**Public Compensation:**
$232,652/year to $290,180/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at