Applied Scientist developing and deploying AI models for customer growth at Thumbtack. Focusing on user data to create scalable experiences and innovate marketing strategies.
About the role
- Research Fellow position that explores the economic implications of AI technologies. Designed for PhD students and early-career researchers in related social sciences.
Responsibilities
- Join a diverse team to tackle foundational questions in AI
- Conduct interdisciplinary research on the implications of AI for economic systems
- Engage with leading AI researchers and practitioners while maintaining scholarly independence and publication-oriented research practices
Requirements
- A PhD (or are an advanced PhD candidate) in Economics, Political Economy, Public Policy, or a closely related field
- Strong training in economic theory, econometrics, or applied micro / macro
- A demonstrated research interest in technology, innovation, labor, growth, or institutions
- A publication record (or pipeline) in peer-reviewed academic venues
- An interest in engaging seriously with AI systems and their real-world deployment
- A desire to collaborate across disciplines while retaining intellectual independence
Benefits
- An open and inclusive culture and work environment
- Work closely with a team on the cutting edge of AI research
- Weekly lunch stipend, in-office lunches & snacks
- Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget to take care of your mental health
- 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months
- Personal enrichment benefits towards arts and culture, fitness and well-being, quality time, and workspace improvement
- Remote-flexible, offices in Toronto, New York, San Francisco, London and Paris, as well as a co-working stipend
- 6 weeks of vacation (30 working days!)
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