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Machine Learning Fellow - Human Frontier Collective (US)

Scale AI · United States

Posted about 2 months ago

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This role has been open
66 days
Scale AI's roles stay open a median of 66 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
2% of Scale AI's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Scale AI
high
192 stale, 5 reposted of 217 open
Hiring momentum
270 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-08

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About this role

The Machine Learning Fellow at the Human Frontier Collective will engage in high-impact AI/ML projects, collaborating with a network of experts to advance frontier AI systems. Responsibilities include designing and optimizing PyTorch models, evaluating ML code, and co-authoring research publications with Scale's research team. This role offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to work on various projects as an independent contractor.

Our read on this posting2.2out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Scale AI as an employer.

What you need

  • PhD or postdoctoral research experience in Machine Learning, Computer Science, or a related field; or senior industry experience in Machine Learning or a related field
  • Strong proficiency in Python and modern ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow)
  • Detail-oriented and innovative thinker with a passion for applied AI research
  • Commitment to collaboration

Nice to have

  • Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS)
  • Experience with MLOps tools (Docker)
  • Experience with LLM frameworks (LangChain)

What you get

  • Fully remote opportunity
  • No fixed end date for engagements
  • Flexible schedule with no minimum commitment
  • Competitive pay based on project scope and skillset

Worth weighing

  • Independent contractor role with 1099 status
  • No visa sponsorship available
  • Competitive pay rates vary and are not disclosed upfront
  • 90-day waiting period for reconsideration of candidates for the same role

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Listed by Scale AI on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-08. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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