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Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Research Biller

Location(s): Los Angeles, CA

Job Description:
Serve as Research Biller for the Division of Hematology-Oncology Clinical Trials Unit. Primary responsibilities include performance of project management, daily billing review and approval of all research billing charges in CareConnect, and management of the billing approvals in CareConnect, Excel, hard copy paper bills, or Excel spreadsheets. Work with the study teams to reconcile billing charges via phone, E-mail, or in person. Work with CareConnect Super Users to report any billing corrections or system problems. Quality control of registration and billing errors, correction of billing, development, and maintenance of billing, and OnCore update reports. Develop reports for Management. Review research protocols to the budget to validate exams and determine if a contract amendment is needed or to determine the correct billing path. Work with Management on billing-related projects. Provide overall billing support to the Finance Office and serve as backup for divisional needs. Assist with special projects as requested.

Must Have Requirements:

• 2+ years of medical billing experience.
• Strong knowledge of CPT codes and medical terminology, specifically within Hematology Oncology.
• Strong Excel Skills (ability to generate reports).
• Strong cross functional communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills relating to analyzing data.

Plusses:

• Clinical trials billing experience.
• Budgeting experience.
• CareConnect/EPIC.

Shift:

• M-F, 8am-5pm, 1 hour lunch break.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.

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Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?
At Phenomenex, one of Danaher's ( 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life.
Phenomenex isn't your typical scientific company. Founded nearly 40 years ago, Phenomenex is a global technology leader committed to developing novel analytical chemistry solutions that solve the separation and purification challenges of researchers, advancing the future of scientific analysis and investigation, ensuring the quality of essentials like your food, water, shampoo, and even cold medication. Be part of our global success and together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.
Learn about the Danaher Business System ( which makes everything possible.
The Senior Scientist is responsible for working with both internal and external collaborators to evaluate, develop, and mature new technologies that can be used to advance the field of analytical chemistry and separation science. Support new and existing products by performing application and troubleshooting work and providing appropriate documentation and literature including research reports, technical notes, publications, posters and seminars.
This position reports to the Director of Research and is part of the Research and Development team l ocated in Torrance, CA and will be an on-site role.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
+ Develop HPLC, UHPLC, and LC/MS methods to evaluate new technologies in the field of separation science
+ Develop and evaluate new sample preparation formats and technologies
+ Develop new separation and characterization strategies for both small and large molecule pharmaceuticals
+ Evaluate new separation science technologies for use in low level LC/MS methods used in clinical diagnostic applications
+ Work closely with research and engineering teams to identify and characterize new analytical chemistry technologies
The essential requirements of the job include:
+ PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or related field with 2+ years of experience (industrial experience preferred), MS with 3+ years of industrial experience, or BS with 5+ years of industrial experience.
+ Proven history of independently designing and implementing new LC-MS methods for the analysis of target analytes in complex matrices, including selecting appropriate columns, mobile phases, ionization techniques, and mass spectrometry parameters.
+ Ability to analyze and interpret data, identifying potential issues and taking corrective actions.
+ Investigate and resolve issues related to instrument performance, method performance, and data quality.
+ Hands on experience developing and implementing appropriate sample preparation techniques to facilitate LC/MS analysis
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
+ Ability to travel 15% both domestically and internationally
+ Ability to routinely lift and move 10-15 lbs.
+ Ability to stand for 1-2 hours daily
+ Ability to safely and accurately handle different volumes of chemicals, solvents, and hazardous waste.
+ Conditions may require wearing personal protective equipment such as air-purifying respirators as well as safety goggles, gloves, and other personal protective equipment. Substantial movements (motions) of wrists, hands, and / or fingers. Extending hand (s) and arm (s) in any direction
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
+ Performing and troubleshooting low level detection in LC/MS clinical diagnostic applications
+ Experience using multiple LC techniques such as size exclusion, ion chromatography, reverse phase chromatography and HILIC
+ Learning agility and demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge to improve the understanding of chemical analysis systems or improve analytical techniques.
Phenomenex, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info ( .
The salary range for this role is $98,000 - $147,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
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Amazon Music is an immersive audio entertainment service that deepens connections between fans, artists, and creators. From personalized music playlists to exclusive podcasts, concert livestreams to artist merch, Amazon Music is innovating at some of the most exciting intersections of music and culture. We offer experiences that serve all listeners with our different tiers of service: Prime members get access to all the music in shuffle mode, and top ad-free podcasts, included with their membership; customers can upgrade to Amazon Music Unlimited for unlimited, on-demand access to 100 million songs, including millions in HD, Ultra HD, and spatial audio; and anyone can listen for free by downloading the Amazon Music app or via Alexa-enabled devices. Join us for the opportunity to influence how Amazon Music engages fans, artists, and creators on a global scale. Learn more at are seeking a highly skilled and analytical Resesarch Scientist. You will play an integral part in the measurement and optimization of Amazon Music marketing activities. You will have the opportunity to work with a rich marketing dataset together with the marketing managers. This role will focus on developing and implementing causal models and randomized controlled trials to assess marketing effectiveness and inform strategic decision-making. This role is suitable for candidates with strong background in causal inference, statistical analysis, and data-driven problem-solving, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with cross-functional partners to optimize marketing strategies and drive business growth.
Key job responsibilities
Develop Causal Models
Design, build, and validate causal models to evaluate the impact of marketing campaigns, new launches, price changes and other initiatives. Leverage advanced statistical methods to identify and quantify causal relationships.
Conduct Randomized Controlled Trials
Design and implement randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to rigorously test the effectiveness of marketing strategies. Ensure robust experimental design and proper execution to derive credible insights.
Statistical Analysis and Inference
Perform complex statistical analyses to interpret data from experiments and observational studies. Use statistical software and programming languages to analyze large datasets and extract meaningful patterns.
Data-Driven Decision Making
Collaborate with marketing teams to provide data-driven recommendations that enhance campaign performance and ROI. Present findings and insights to stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.
Collaborative Problem Solving
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and engineering, to identify key business questions and develop analytical solutions. Foster a culture of data-informed decision-making across the organization.
Stay Current with Industry Trends
Keep abreast of the latest developments in data science, causal inference, and marketing analytics. Apply new methodologies and technologies to improve the accuracy and efficiency of marketing measurement.
Documentation and Reporting
Maintain comprehensive documentation of models, experiments, and analytical processes. Prepare reports and presentations that effectively communicate complex analyses to non-technical audiences.
Basic Qualifications
- PhD in a quantitative field, or MS degree and 1+ years of quantitative field research experience
- Experience investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to business problems and products
- Experience with data analysis package (R, SAS, Matlab, etc.)
- Experience using SQL databases to manage and analyze large data sets
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD in operations research, applied mathematics, theoretical computer science, or equivalent
- Experience applying forecasting and data mining techniques
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Snap Inc ( is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company's three core products are Snapchat ( , a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio ( , an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles ( .
Snap Research ( serves as an innovation engine for the company. Our projects range from solutions to hard technical problems that significantly enhance Snap's existing products, to riskier explorations that can lead to fundamental paradigm shifts in the way people communicate and express themselves. The team consists of scientists and engineers who experiment with and invent new technology that has a lasting impact on Snap's products.
We are looking for a Research Scientist to join the Creative Vision Research Team! At Creative Vision, we focus on making everyone into a creator. We believe creativity is achieved when technology understands the world, humans and objects, provides a range of creative generation and manipulation tools and efficient real-time experiences. Our technology impacts and contributes to multiple products at Snap.
What you'll do:
+ Lead and execute a multi-year research agenda
+ Work on large-scale multimodal generative projects
+ Share your expertise with other teammates and interns
+ Publish your work to top conferences
+ Partner with engineering teams to deliver your technology to millions of Snapchatters
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
+ Strong technical knowledge of statistics, machine learning, vision and state-of-the-art deep learning literature
+ Demonstrated ability in defining, leading and executing challenging research projects
+ Strong computer science fundamentals, problem solving skills, programming (Python, C, C++)
+ Proven ability to lead interns, PhD students, and junior researchers
Minimum Qualifications:
+ PhD in a related technical field such as computer science, statistics, mathematics, machine learning or equivalent years of experience
+ Experience with large scale generative computer vision, machine learning, deep learning, or graphics in an academic or industrial research lab
+ Track record of publications in top-tier international research venues (e.g. ICLR, AAAI, NeurIPS, CVPR, ECCV, ICCV, SIGGRAPH)
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Proven ability to impact product with cutting edge research technology
+ Experience with multimodal machine learning, involving images, videos, audio, text, speech
+ Knowledge of 3D computer vision, non-rigid and articulated 3D registration and synthesis
+ Experience with large-scale data collection and annotation best practices
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Compensation
In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. These pay zones may be modified in the future.
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The base salary range for this position is $173,000-$59,000 annually.
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The base salary range for this position is 164,000- 246,000 annually.
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The base salary range for this position is 147,000- 220,000 annually.
This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.
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As a key member of our research administration team, the Pre-Award and Post-Award Administrator will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our department's research efforts. In this position, you will collaborate closely with Principal Investigators (PIs), central university offices, and funding agencies to manage the entire lifecycle of research grants-from proposal preparation and submission to the administration of funded projects through closeout. Your attention to detail and commitment to compliance will ensure that our research operations run smoothly, while your contributions will directly support groundbreaking initiatives that advance our mission.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of innovative research, we encourage you to apply today!

Salary: $5,733.33 - $11,750 monthly

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field, or equivalent experience/training.
• 5+ years of research administration experience.
  
• Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate information in a timely, professional manner.
  
• Ability to set priorities and complete ongoing tasks with competing deadlines, with frequent interruptions, to meet programmatic and financial needs.
  
• Close attention to detail in a fast-paced, fluctuating workload environment.
  
• Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe and Microsoft suite software, especially Excel.
  
• Strong writing skills in a variety of styles to draft persuasive text for a variety of audiences while ensuring adherence to funding sponsor's guidelines.
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective grant funding processes, procedures and techniques
  
• Ability to perform complex financial analysis and customized reporting
  

Preferred:

• High School Diploma
• Experience preparing, managing, and projecting budgets.
  
• Mathematical skills for the preparation of complex calculations and forecasts and to identify and resolve complicated financial scenarios.
  
• Knowledge of and experience working with a variety of external sponsors, federal and state sponsors, private foundations, industry sponsors, etc.

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Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Research Compliance Analyst

Location(s): Los Angeles, CA

Summary Statement:
Involves staffing, administering or managing research oversight and compliance committee activities related to research activities such as human subjects, animal use and care, conflict of interest and export control. Reviews research protocols for use in specific fields, assists in writing and reviewing protocols, and compliance with federal, state, and University mandated laws, regulations and policies.

Duties and Tasks:

• Applies research compliance professional concepts to review research protocols to ensure that all regulatory criteria are met as well as policies and / or regulations from the organization, the state and systemwide.
• Under general supervision, participates in pre-review and follow-up of full board committee protocols.
• Determines the appropriate level of review in triage.
• Under general supervision, issues formal communications to funding agencies and other regulatory organization units.
• Communicates with researchers and provides guidance on how to resolve particular issues of concern and meet requirements of external regulatory bodies and to properly document these actions in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Generates and analyzes reports of review and approval activities.
• Communicates directly with investigators to resolve all concerns as identified during the review process.
• Participates in training of individuals and departments on relevant compliance processes, forms and policies.
• Participates in the development and revision of standard operating procedures and guidelines.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Independence, planning and decision-making abilities to complete assigned duties.
• Knowledge of relevant Federal and State regulations, and policies.
• Ability to solve problems, issues; listen, interpret and confirm understanding of others' communications; and be objective.
• Effective, efficient and tactful oral and written communication skills.
• Time management skills and the flexibility to accommodate changing priorities in unit.
• Time management skills and the flexibility to accommodate changing priorities in unit.
• Ability to work in a team oriented setting, to prioritize work, and to follow through on routine assignments with minimal direction.
• Proficiency with computers, including the ability to operate personal computer software with sophisticated retrieval, storage, and merging capabilities.
• Excellent customer service skills, pleasant, helpful and patient.
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, and work with frequent interruptions.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.

**Job Details**
New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That's our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers-literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission-your opportunity-is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you're driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you're ready for JPL.
Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence.
The Tracking Systems and Application Section provides world-leading capability and expertise in a wide range of technologies that are critical to spacecraft tracking and related applications. The Section supports algorithm development, calibration and validation of NASA's satellite altimeter missions as well as NASA's deep-space missions by providing to the JPL navigators unique and extremely precise radiometric sources and data types. The Section provides the Deep Space Network (DSN) with precision atomic frequency and time references and distribution systems. The Section also delivers to JPL navigators a host of other products that are required for deep space navigation such as celestial and terrestrial reference frame coordinates, Earth orientation parameters, and calibrations to account for the effects of the Earth's troposphere and ionosphere on radiofrequency metric tracking data-types.
For terrestrial and near-Earth users the Section offers the highest accuracy Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)-based positioning and timing products and services. The Section also performs extensive scientific investigations using its technologies in the areas of planetary dynamics, astrophysics, astrometry and radio astronomy, gravitational waves, geophysics, and fundamental physics.
**Responsibilities:**
You will be a Research Technologist in the Near-Earth Tracking Applications (NETA) Group leading and undertaking innovative research and development in algorithms, calibration, and validation of NASA's satellite altimeter missions, including, but not limited to the Jason and Sentinel-6 series, SWOT, and CRISTAL. Work in teams to lead and contribute to research and development of science data system algorithms and calibration/validation activities for the suite of JPL-supported altimetry missions: Jason-1, Jason-2, Jason-3, Sentinel-6, SWOT, and CRISTAL missions. Contribute to the end-to-end calibration and validation of each component of the measurement system and the science data products for these missions. Apply established approaches, and contribute to the development of novel approaches, for calibration and validation of satellite altimeter measurement systems to identify and mitigate errors in those systems. Lead analyses of pulse-limited and synthetic aperture radar data, and development of novel algorithms to process those data. Lead routine quality control, calibration and validation of science data products for these missions. Lead publications in the peer-reviewed literature, as well as presentations at professional society and altimetry mission science team meetings. Develop and contribute to proposals to support related research activities. Use skills in Python and C++ to develop new, or maintain existing, satellite altimeter measurement system calibration and validation tools.
**Required Skills:**
+ Bachelors degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, or related technical subject area with typically a minimum of 9 years of related experience; or a Master's degree in similar subject areas with a minimum of 7 years of related experience; or PhD in similar subject areas with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
+ Experience in one or more of the following related fields: satellite altimetry data processing and analysis, synthetic aperture radar data processing and analysis, Kalman filtering.
+ Experience with the development of algorithms to process raw pulse-limited and/or Synthetic Aperture Radar instrument data.
+ Experience in one or more of the following related fields: numerical analysis, data analysis, mathematical modeling, estimation theory, probability/statistics, linear algebra, large dataset analysis.
+ Analysis of scientific data from space science missions
+ Knowledge of applicable industry and/or academic practices and standards in Python and/or C++ programming languages.
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills.
+ Ability to work in large teams.
**Desired Skills:**
+ Experience developing data analysis software packages and analyzing global data sets.
+ Experience performing calibration and validation in satellite altimetry.
In summary, the NETA group performs innovative satellite altimetry calibration and validation in support of NASA's satellite altimeter missions, as well as advanced research and applications in GNSS positioning and signal analysis. Come and join our dynamic team!
JPL has a catalog of benefits and perks that span from the traditional to the unique. This includes a variety of health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans, paid time off, learning, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave and many more. Our focus is on work-life balance, and living healthy, fulfilling lives as we Dare Mighty Things Together. For benefits eligible positions, benefits are effective the first day of the month coincident with or immediately following the employee's start date.
For further benefits information click Benefits and Perks ( hiring range displayed below is specifically for those who will work in or reside in the location listed. In extending an offer, Jet Propulsion Laboratory considers factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's job related skills, experience, knowledge, and relevant education/training. Hiring range for this job may be adjusted based on primary work location outside of Pasadena, California. This adjusted range will be provided to candidates by the Recruiter when applicable.
The typical full time equivalent annual hiring range for this job in Pasadena, California.
$151,320 - $200,200
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**About the Role & Team**
_"Any sufficiently complex technology is indistinguishable from magic."_ - Arthur C. Clarke
At Walt Disney Imagineering, we are constantly exploring new ways to connect with our guests - to surprise them, make them smile, and open their minds to magic - not just in our parks and resorts, but everywhere around the world.
At Walt Disney Imagineering Research and Development, this "magic" emerges from the application of world-class technology and everything from new Guest-facing experiences to new tools for Imagineers and Cast Members who power our parks and bring that magic to life. Our team of engineers, designers, artists, and scientists share a passion for solving impossible problems and building ground-breaking experiences.
At Disney Research Imagineering, we pursue and apply the science behind the magic: unlocking new opportunities for Imagineering in all aspects of project lifecycles, from early phase creative ideation to deployment.
**The Role**
We are looking for a Research Engineer with strong software engineering skills and a keen interest in AI, who thrives in experimental, interdisciplinary environments.
As a Research Engineer, you will work with senior scientists, artists, and engineers to implement and evaluate prototypes based on generative AI and intelligent agent concepts. Your role will focus on technical execution, software development, model training, integration, and prototyping within a fast-paced R&D environment.
This role will report to the Associate Lab Director and contribute to the AI/ML applied research portfolio at Disney Research Imagineering.
This is a full-time role.
**What You Will Do**
+ Implement and support prototypes of generative AI tools and intelligent agents for creative and technical tasks (e.g., visual synthesis, simulation, asset generation, design assistance).
+ Develop and maintain software pipelines that integrate AI models into real-time environments (e.g., Unity, Unreal) or design toolchains (e.g., Figma, Houdini, Blender).
+ Collaborate with researchers to translate conceptual models and experimental algorithms into working code and functional systems.
+ Optimize, test, and document systems to support evaluation and deployment within Imagineering teams.
+ Participate in the integration of AI models with APIs, databases, internal tools, and creative software.
+ Troubleshoot and iterate on system performance and usability based on feedback from cross-disciplinary collaborators.
+ Partner with interdisciplinary teams to ensure AI applications empower rather than constrain artistic and storytelling processes.
+ Collaborate with internal and external research partners, including academic institutions, industry labs, and vendors.
+ Translate scientific insights into working prototypes.
+ Mentor junior team members and contribute to the technical direction of AI initiatives within the lab.
**Required Qualifications & Skills**
+ 3+ years of experience conducting applied ML/AI research and prototyping solutions in academic, entertainment, or industrial settings.
+ Experience with generative models and AI agent architectures.
+ Strong programming skills in Python and experience with machine learning libraries such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
+ Proven track record of delivering novel AI solutions in practical contexts
+ Excellent collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to present complex ideas to multidisciplinary teams.
+ Demonstrated ability to bridge theoretical research with real-world implementation.
+ A desire to work in a creative environment where technical and creative experts collaborate and challenge each other every day to achieve truly groundbreaking solutions
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Experience with reinforcement learning, prompt engineering, and fine-tuning generative models.
+ Experience with AI-assisted tools in architecture, entertainment, or XR applications.
+ Track record of technology transfer, patents, or deployed AI systems.
+ Contributions to open-source projects or prior work in research labs or innovation teams.
+ Interest in construction tech, architecture, or fabrication workflows is a plus.
**Education**
+ Bachelor's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computational Design, or a related field, with specialization in AI/ML.
**Additional Information**
This role is located in Glendale, CA.
Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at .
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The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $138,900 to $186,200 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
**Job ID:** 10124356
**Location:** Glendale,California
**Job Posting Company:** Walt Disney Imagineering
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