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Research Scientist, Central Applied Science (PhD)

Meta
Menlo Park, CA Full-time 2/4/2026 $58 - $181k per year
PhD Entry-Level
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FY 2025

Job Description

Meta is seeking researchers and applied scientists for the Central Applied Science team, focusing on quantitative methods to drive impact across various products and operations. Candidates should have expertise in areas like AI, machine learning, and statistics, and a passion for building data-driven solutions to real-world problems.

Requirements

  • Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Operations Research, or a related field.
  • Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a relevant technical field.
  • Experience with empirical research and answering questions with data.
  • Experience developing algorithms in languages like Python, C, C++, or Java.
  • Experience analyzing datasets using languages like Python or R.
  • Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Work with vast amounts of data, generate research questions that push the state-of-the-art, and build data-driven products.
  • Develop novel quantitative methods on top of Meta's unparalleled data infrastructure.
  • Work towards long-term ambitious research goals, while identifying intermediate milestones.
  • Communicate best practices in quantitative analysis to partners.
  • Work both independently and collaboratively with other scientists, engineers, UX researchers, and product managers.
  • Actively identify new opportunities within Meta's long term roadmap for data science contributions.

Benefits

  • Employees at Meta are often offered comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, mental-health resources, family planning support (fertility, adoption, surrogacy), and caregiving programs. Financial benefits typically include a competitive retirement plan, equity awards, life insurance, and access to financial coaching and legal support. Time-off benefits commonly feature generous PTO and holidays, unlimited sick time, various paid leaves, flexible “Global Travel Days,” and a 30-day paid break every five years.

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