Research Scientist
ifm-us· Research
About this role
About the Institute of Foundation Models
We are a dedicated research lab for building, understanding, using, and risk-managing foundation models. Our mandate is to advance research, nurture the next generation of AI builders, and drive transformative contributions to a knowledge-driven economy.
As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on the core of cutting-edge foundation model training, alongside world-class researchers, data scientists, and engineers, tackling the most fundamental and impactful challenges in AI development. You will participate in the development of groundbreaking AI solutions that have the potential to reshape entire industries. Strategic and innovative problem-solving skills will be instrumental in establishing MBZUAI as a global hub for high-performance computing in deep learning, driving impactful discoveries that inspire the next generation of AI pioneers.
The Role
As a Research Scientist with a focus on data-centric large language model (LLM) development, your role will center on advancing the frontiers of how LLMs reason, retrieve, and interact with external information sources. You will proactively identify, collect, and organize datasets that enable LLMs to perform complex reasoning tasks, while also developing scalable systems and tooling that integrate cutting-edge research with robust engineering. Your work will have a direct impact on the performance and reliability of intelligent systems at MBZUAI IFM.
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This Research Scientist role at ifm-us is based in Abu Dhabi. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Research Scientist role in the Research department at ifm-us.
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This Research Scientist position at ifm-us was posted on Jul 2, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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