Post Doc Researcher - Computational Environmental Sustainability - Microsoft Research

Microsoft Research in Redmond, WA is seeking a Post Doc Researcher in Computational Environmental Sustainability. The role involves using computational methods and AI/ML to advance sustainability research. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant field and experience in environmental sustainability. The position emphasizes collaboration and innovation in research aligned with Microsoft's sustainability goals. The application deadline is December 31, 2024.
Call for Post Doc Researchers in Computational Environmental Sustainability at Microsoft Research (MSR)

Microsoft Research Redmond is actively seeking a qualified postdoctoral researcher to join us in advancing the state-of-the-art in computational environmental sustainability. The ideal applicant will possess awareness of environmental sustainability issues and be proficient in using computational and Machine Learning (ML)/Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques to solve problems and drive impact in this space. Example research areas include, but are not limited to: high-performance simulation, optimization (including geospatial), ML, AI, and Generative AI, applied to molecular, materials, physical, or process design, environmental issues, permitting or deployment, related to electricity, construction, or carbon removal.

Microsoft Research offers an intellectually stimulating and supportive environment for cutting-edge, multidisciplinary research with access to an extraordinary diversity of researchers, data sources, and computing platforms, and close links to top institutions around the world. We seek applicants with the passion and ability to craft and pursue research aligned with Microsoft’s ambitious environmental sustainability goals.

We collaborate extensively with other groups at Microsoft, including other groups at Microsoft Research Redmond, other Microsoft Research Labs, Microsoft’s Environmental Sustainability Science and Innovation team, and Microsoft’s Cloud Operations and Innovation team. Application deadline: December 31, 2024 To be assured of full consideration, all of your materials, including reference letters, need to be received by the application deadline. Applications received after that date may or may not be considered.

Responsibilities

As a Post Doc Researcher at MSR, you will collaborate with other researchers on a shared research agenda, driving forward an effective program of research.  We highly value collaboration and building new ideas with members of the group and others, and focus on impact.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
• PhD (or completed by June/2025) degree in a mathematical, scientific, engineering or computational field
• or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated research using advanced computational methods in environmental sustainability or related fields.  
• Computer programming skills demonstrated by the authorship and/or publication of source code and the completion of programming courses at the undergraduate or graduate level or equivalent. 
• Research ability demonstrated by journal and conference publications or equivalent. 

Other Requirements

To ensure we receive a complete application from you, PLEASE BE SURE TO FOLLOW THE BELOW INSTRUCTIONS: 
• Upload your CV with your application 
• When prompted in your application, please provide the names and contact information of at least 2 referees (in most cases one will be from your dissertation advisor; others may be from any other senior collaborators) 
• Upload (as separate attachments to your application) 2 conference or journal articles, book chapters, or equivalent writing samples that you are most proud of, and that best demonstrate your expertise 
• Upload (as an attachment to your application) one academic statement (min 3 pages) that outlines both your research achievements and agenda, and your service and outreach activities and plans (e.g., those related to mentoring or diversity) 

Preferred Qualifications : 
• Demonstrable ability to define an ambitious, original research agenda in collaboration with others. 
• Research agenda in ML/AI and/or environmental sustainability.
• Ability to collaborate, communicate effectively, and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 
• Passion about real-world applications and impact. 
• Effective communication skills. 

Research Sciences IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $98,300 - $193,200 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $127,200 - $208,800 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Microsoft will accept applications on an ongoing basis.

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