Bridging the gap between industry and academia
We offer limited opportunities for visiting researchers, postdoctoral researchers, and faculty on sabbaticals to bring their expertise, curiosity, and creativity to Meta to work with our research teams on significant projects.
Applications and proposals are accepted for recognized experts in research areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, computational statistics, and applied mathematics, particularly including areas such as deep learning, graphical models, reinforcement learning, computer perception, natural language processing and data representation. Ideal candidates will have a keen interest in producing new science to understand intelligence and technology and will join research teams to actively contribute to ongoing projects. Term is determined on a case-by-case basis and requires sponsorship from a Meta research team.
Postdoc Opportunities
Limited postdoc opportunities are offered at Meta. General postdoc positions are posted on the Meta Careers site. For postdoc opportunities at Meta AI, see the following information.
Meta AI postdoc opportunities
Postdocs engage with researchers at Meta AI to develop and implement a research agenda, publish world-class research, and make an impact in the external research community. They will develop an ability to identify highly impactful projects in a complex and unexplored domain, gain valuable experience in a top-tier research institute, publish academic papers, and build their reputation across the world.
AI research areas may include Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Speech and Audio, Conversational AI, Theory, Reinforcement Learning, Robotics, Graphics, Human and Machine Intelligence, or other similar fields.
The postdoc is a one year fixed-term position and Meta AI has opportunities across several regions and locations.
Responsibilities
- Perform research to advance the science and technology of intelligent machines.
- Collaborate with your supervisor and other researchers to discuss, develop, and implement a research agenda.
- Write and debug high-quality research code.
- Design and implement experiments to test research ideas on a variety of problems.
- Write high quality academic papers and present research at conferences.
To apply
Apply for Meta AI postdoc opportunities on the Meta Careers page:
- For US-based locations, click here
- For London and Paris applications, click here
If I have questions about applying for a Meta AI postdoc position, where can I address them? Questions can be sent to ai-postdocs@fb.com.
FAQ
- Will I be paid during the postdoc?
Yes. Postdocs are paid a competitive salary.
- Is this a part-time program?
No. The postdoc is a full-time position for one year. It is not possible to combine this with university study or a paid job.
- What options will be open to me at the end of the postdoc?
The postdoc is ideal preparation for applying to academic positions or industrial research positions. There are no conversions or full-time roles associated with this position, but postdocs are welcome to interview for full-time positions across Meta.
- Can I do a longer postdoc than 12 months?
The timeline is 12 months, with a possibility to extend for up to 12 additional months if project progress is deemed satisfactory and work authorization permits.
- Can I do the postdoc remotely?
No, postdocs will be expected to work on-site at their assigned Meta office.
- Can I work for a university or another employer during the postdoc?
No, the postdoc cannot be done simultaneously with other jobs.
- Will I receive benefits during the postdoc?
Yes, postdocs are eligible for most benefits, including medical. Postdocs are not eligible to receive RSUs, annual bonuses, or merit salary increases.
- Will Meta provide housing for the duration of the postdoc?
No, but for those who are eligible, we provide a competitive relocation package.
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Still have questions?
Questions about postdoc opportunities at Meta AI can be sent to ai-postdocs@fb.com.
The AI Residency Program
The AI Residency Program is a one-year research training position designed to give you hands-on experience with machine learning research while working in Meta AI groups.
If I have questions about the program, where can I address them? Questions about the Meta AI Research Residency Program can be sent to airesidency_questions@fb.com.
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Meta AI Visiting Researcher Program
From time to time, Meta AI Research calls for applications to advance research at the intersection of artificial intelligence and cognitive science. For this past round, Meta AI accepted candidate applications for the following categories of collaboration:
- PhD student appointments at Meta AI
- Visiting researcher positions at Meta AI
Applications are currently closed for this program.
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