Behavioral Research Scientist ($140,000-$160,000 + Equity) at VC-backed AI simulation platform
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Behavioral Research Scientist
Salary: $140,000-$160,000 + Equity
Company Description: VC-backed AI simulation platform
Job Description:
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.
Location: San Francisco, USA
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.
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.
The ideal candidate:
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.
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