CareerPlan

Senior Researcher: Machine Intelligence - Theory of Large Language Models

United Kingdom, Cambridgeshire, CambridgeFull-time2026-10-26 → 2026-11-10

Core

Develop and lead an original research programme in machine learning theory, focusing on the foundations of modern neural networks and foundation models.

Role type

Senior Researcher (Machine Learning Theory)

Builds

Theoretical frameworks and explanations for learning, generalization, optimization, and representation in modern ML systems.

Domain

Machine Learning Theory / Theoretical Computer Science

Deliverable

research

Required skills

Mathematical framework development, learning theory, optimization and stochastic dynamics, high-dimensional probability and statistics, theoretical computer science, deep learning foundations, research agenda design, project leadership, mentoring

Preferred skills

Experience connecting theoretical analysis with empirical phenomena, experiments, or algorithm design

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Develop mathematical frameworks explaining learning and generalization; identify theoretically important questions from empirical research; disseminate research via peer-reviewed publications and conferences; mentor interns and less experienced researchers

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities