Research Engineer / Research Scientist, Biology & Life Sciences
AnthropicSan Francisco, California, United States
Posted September 29, 2025
315000 - 340000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Anthropic is an AI research company focused on developing reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems. Their flagship product, Claude, is an AI assistant designed for tasks of any scale. The company's research encompasses natural language processing, human feedback mechanisms, scaling laws, reinforcement learning, code generation, and interpretability, setting them apart with a commitment to transparency and control in AI development.
Job Description
Anthropic is seeking an exceptional Research Engineer/Research Scientist to join its Life Science team, focusing on accelerating progress in biological research. The role involves designing and implementing evaluation methodologies, improving model performance on scientific tasks, and collaborating with world-class researchers. The team aims to create reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems, contributing to breakthroughs in areas like protein folding and drug discovery.
Requirements
- 8+ years of machine learning experience
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in life sciences R&D
- Track record of bridging biological domain knowledge with computational approaches
- Proficiency in Python and experience with modern ML practices
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment
- Results-oriented, flexible, and impact-driven
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Equity donation matching
- Flexible working hours
- Generous vacation and parental leave
- Office space
