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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.

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Location

San Francisco, United States

Compensation

$140k-$160k + Equity

Company

Confidential company

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Role overview

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.

About the company

VC-backed AI simulation platform

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.

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.

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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