Lead Research Scientist

Lead Research Scientist – Diffusion Modeling (Image/Video/3D)

London (Hybrid)

£170-230k base + equity

Do you have experience pre-training diffusion models for image, video or 3D generation?

Are you looking to work at an early-stage start-up?

Are you happy with working in person in London?

We\’re a well-funded seed stage start-up developing SOTA video-to-3D technology. We’re looking for an innovative, hands-on diffusion expert who thrives in a high-impact, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Pioneer Diffusion Techniques: Develop state-of-the-art diffusion models for image, video, and/or 3D generation.
• Pre-training Mastery: Own the end-to-end pipeline for pre-training advanced diffusion models – a critical requirement for this role.
• Technical Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of talented research scientists and engineers to drive innovation and deliver world-class results.
• Collaborative Innovation: Work closely with product, design, and engineering teams to implement and integrate cutting-edge generative models into user-facing products.
• Strategic Insight: Influence product roadmaps and research agendas, ensuring alignment of scientific discoveries with commercial goals.

What We’re Looking For

• Deep Expertise: Proven background in deep learning and diffusion-based generative modeling (image, video, or 3D).
• Research Experience: Track record of published papers, patents, or open-source contributions in relevant fields (e.g., generative adversarial networks, diffusion models, 3D reconstruction).
• Programming Proficiency: Strong skills in Python and familiarity with deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow).
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Ability to tackle complex challenges and translate research breakthroughs into practical applications.
• Leadership Skills: Experience guiding research teams, with excellent communication and mentoring abilities.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: £170–230k base salary + equity – share in the success you help create.
• Cutting-Edge Projects: Be at the forefront of emerging AI technologies and accelerate innovation in generative modeling.
• Dynamic Environment: Work in a close-knit, agile team where your ideas can make a real difference.
• Career Growth: Shape the future of our research direction and make your mark in a highly visible leadership role.