Research Scientist
Alexander Chapman
San Francisco, CA · Posted November 4, 2026
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November 2026
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Pay compared with the market
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How AI is used in this kind of work
AI use among medical scientists, except epidemiologists is little observed so far. Measured exposure for medical scientists, except epidemiologists: 4% (little observed).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
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About the job
...As a Research Scientist at this startup you will:
Develop and implement novel, next-generation neural architectures. Work closely with machine learning and product engineers to direct research toward strategic product needs and align product development with novel...