Research Scientist: Hierarchical Sensorimotor Perception

Astera Institute is seeking a Research Scientist to develop foundational principles of Artificial General Intelligence by understanding the code of the brain and building scalable systems.

Requirements

• PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Neuroscience, Physics, or a related quantitative field
• Strong foundations in deep learning, graphical models, and information theory
• Expert-level skills in deep learning frameworks (PyTorch/JAX)
• Ability to thrive in a lean, fast-paced environment with high autonomy

Benefits

• No pressure to align research with quarterly revenue goals or product roadmaps
• Mission-first focus on solving core problems and achieving breakthroughs
• Collaborative culture with high autonomy and direct influence on research direction