High-Performance Research Scientist

4 days ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada University of Toronto Full time

The University of Toronto is a leading institution in academic and research excellence, with a strong focus on innovation and discovery. Our team is seeking a highly skilled High-Performance Research Scientist to join our Acceleration Consortium (AC), a global community of academia, industry, and government that leverages the power of artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, materials sciences, and high-throughput chemistry.

The AC is developing cutting-edge self-driving laboratories (SDLs) to accelerate technology development and commercialization. As a Staff Research Scientist, you will play a key role in advancing the field of AI-driven autonomous discovery and developing the materials and molecules required to address society's largest challenges, such as climate change, water pollution, and future pandemics.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Working with the AC community to determine the required capabilities of the SDLs and designing novel instruments for automated material synthesis and characterization;
  • Developing customized hardware and Python software packages to build SDLs;
  • Selecting, procurement, and installation of the equipment required for SDLs;
  • Implementing research and development projects of AC's industry partners when implemented in AC labs;
  • Developing plans that support research collaborations and planning and estimating financial resources required for programs and/or projects;
  • Promoting AC's research capacity, including delivering presentations at conferences;

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • A Ph.D. in computer science, engineering, chemistry, physics, life sciences, or related discipline;
  • 1 to 5 years of experience in accelerated research and development with demonstrated academic and research excellence;
  • Experience working with industry partners and on industry lead research and development projects;
  • Expert knowledge of AI and automation and experience with the development of self-driving laboratories;
  • Experience presenting research at academic conferences;
  • Strong and effective communicator in oral and written English;
  • Collegial in working with team members and collaborators;
  • Ability to work independently;

We offer a competitive salary range of $52,574 - $98,576 per annum, commensurate with experience. If you are a highly motivated and experienced researcher looking to make a significant impact in the field of AI-driven autonomous discovery, please submit your application. The appointment type is Grant - Term, and the schedule is Full-Time.



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