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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