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Part of Microsoft Research, Microsoft Research Asia (MSR Asia), established in 1998, is a leading research lab with major sites in Beijing, Shanghai and Vancouve r. Over the years, technologies developed by MSR Asia have made a significant impact within Microsoft and also around the world, and new, innovative technologies are constantly being born from the lab. As one of the world-class research labs, MSRA offers an exhilarating, supportive, open and inclusive environment for top talents to create the future through their disruptive and cutting-edge research. (More information about Microsoft Research Lab - Asia - Microsoft Research ).

Along with business growth, Microsoft Research Asia (MSRA) is increasing its presence in Japan, and looking for a Principal Research Manager who specializes in AI with an emphasis on Embodied AI and Robotics, AI Model innovations (NLP, vision, multi-modality), Soceital AI, Wireless sensing, and Wellbeing. This is a unique opportunity to lead an ambitious research agenda and work with various teams to explore new applications of those research areas.

Responsibilities

•As a leading and accomplished expert in a broad research area (e.g., Embodied AI and Robotics, AI Model, Multimedia and Vision), has a comprehensive understanding of the relevant literature, research methods, and business and academic context.

•Defines and articulates a clear long-term research vision that is in line with MSRA strategic focus and drive research agenda landing with planned schedule

•As a local representative, fosters cooperative relationships with local governments, academic communities, industry partners and business groups within Microsoft to establish MSRA presence locally and support future growth

•Creates synergy among MSRA research groups in multiple locations to enable collaboration and creativity

• As a people manager, hires and retains top talents. Deliveries success through empowerment and accountability

Qualifications

•Doctorate in relevant field AND 5+ years related research experience.

•Is recognized within academia as a leader in research domain.

•Passion to see research have real-world impact on boosting industrial transformation and addressing societal challenges

•Strong influencing and communication skills to engage with various stakeholders both externally and internally

•People-management experience.

•Experience publishing academic papers as a lead author or essential contributor.

Experience of participating in a top conference in relevant research domain.

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