Research Scientist - Agents
As a Research Scientist on the Agents team, you will focus on training advanced agentic language models capable of reasoning and tool use to complete computer tasks. This involves tackling research and engineering challenges from dataset creation and robust evaluations to developing innovative reinforcement learning infrastructure and algorithms.
We are a dedicated research lab for building, understanding, using, and risk-managing foundation models. Our mandate is to advance research, nurture the next generation of AI builders, and drive transformative contributions to a knowledge-driven economy.
As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on the core of cutting-edge foundation model training, alongside world-class researchers, data scientists, and engineers, tackling the most fundamental and impactful challenges in AI development. You will participate in the development of groundbreaking AI solutions that have the potential to reshape entire industries. Strategic and innovative problem-solving skills will be instrumental in establishing MBZUAI as a global hub for high-performance computing in deep learning, driving impactful discoveries that inspire the next generation of AI pioneers.
As a member of the Agents team, you will tackle research and engineering challenges to train advanced agentic language models that are adept at using reasoning and tool use to complete tasks on a computer. These challenges range from building high-quality training datasets and robust evaluations to innovative reinforcement learning infrastructure, algorithms and environments. The team aims to recruit candidates across the research-engineering spectrum, from algorithmic and empirical research to large-scale systems and optimization, reflecting the breadth of interesting problems we aim to solve. We value depth in any subset of these areas; there is no single “right” background.
Posted May 31, 2026