Applications are invited to the Research Fellow position at Microsoft, Bangalore. Check the eligibility.
About Microsoft
Microsoft India (R&D) Private Limited, a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation, set up the Microsoft India Development Center (MSIDC) in Hyderabad in 1998. Over the past years, they have expanded to become one of Microsoft Corporation’s largest R&D centres outside its headquarters in Redmond.
Fellowship Details
M365 Research invites applications for its Research Fellows Program. The program exposes bright minds in India to world-class research and state-of-the-art technology and prepares students for careers in research and engineering. The M365 Research group has some of the best researchers working on pushing the frontiers of computer science and technology.
Responsibilities
- RFs spend 1 to 2 years at MSR India. Different projects require a different combination of skills.
- Current and past RFs have worked on: solving deep theoretical problems, pushing the boundaries of AI, designing new programming languages, designing and implementing security protocols at scale, field work in rural India, increasing the inclusivity of large language models, research on fairness and ethics in AI, and designing and building large-scale software systems and networks.
- Regardless, they all consistently aim to create academic, industry, and societal impact.
Qualifications
Candidates should have completed their Bachelor’s (BE/BTech/BS) or Master’s degree (ME/MTech/MS) in Computer Science (or related areas). We evaluate candidates on a combination of factors, including academic performance, raw smarts, development skills, and passion for research and software development.
Application Process
- Apply with your resume and at least one letter of recommendation.
- Once you have finished the application process, you should see the option to add recommenders to the Action Center.
- They will then be sent an automated email with a link to upload their recommendation letters.
- Please go through these 2 links before applying
https://aka.ms/msrirf
https://aka.ms/msrinominations - Apply with your resume and at least one letter of recommendation.
- You must also fill out the RF Interest Form at this link.
- This form allows us to gather your interests so that we can match your application to appropriate projects within MSR.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates are requested to apply through this link before it expires!
Benefits
Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.
- Industry-leading healthcare
- Educational resources
- Discounts on products and services
- Savings and investments
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Generous time away
- Giving programs
- Opportunities to network and connect
Stipend
- ₹14.0L – ₹17.0L/yr
- Note: Stipend information is taken from here!
Location
- Bangalore, Karnataka.
- Worksite: Up to 50% work from home
