Shape the cognitive and behavioral foundations of AI agents for a cutting-edge simulation engine. This role involves applying scientific depth to model decision-making, attention, and heuristics, impacting how next-generation digital products are designed. Join a team at the intersection of AI, behavioral science, and product experimentation, bringing real-world impact to scalable systems.
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San Francisco, United States$140K-$160K + Equity
Behavioral Research Scientist at VC-backed AI simulation platform
Are you a Behavioral Research Scientist eager to apply your expertise at scale? Join a pioneering team building the simulation engine for adaptive software, where you'll shape the cognitive and behavioral foundations of AI agents. This is a unique opportunity to blend deep science with real-world impact, influencing how future digital products are designed and experienced.
Overview
Role overview
Company
About the company
VC-backed AI simulation platform
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Ground AI agents in validated behavioral and cognitive frameworks, modeling human decision-making.
- Translate behavioral theories into practical agent architectures, defining user clusters and personas.
- Design and analyze in silico experiments to test agent responses and benchmark simulation realism.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- PhD or postdoc in Cognitive Science, Behavioral Economics, Psychology, or HCI.
- Proven experience conducting original research on decision-making or behavioral modeling in digital contexts.
- Passionate about applying rigorous scientific research to real-world, impactful AI systems.
What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Join a team creating category-defining technology, building the simulation layer for adaptive software.
- Backed by top-tier VCs and product/engineering leaders from leading tech companies.
- Apply deep behavioral science and cutting-edge AI to solve complex product challenges with immediate impact.
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