Artificial Intelligence Research Scientist, #219-26

The New Jersey Department of Human Services invites you to apply for the following position:

JOB POSTING \#: 219\-26

ISSUE DATE: 07/15/2026

CLOSING DATE: 07/29/2026

TITLE: Artificial Intelligence Research Scientist

LOCATION:

Division of Family Development

Office of Program Evaluation

12A Quakerbridge Plaza

Hamilton, NJ 08619

RANGE: P26

SALARY: $83,582\.01 \- $122,831\.91

UNIT SCOPE(S): K500

SERV. CLASS: Non\-Competitive

OPEN TO: General Public

DESCRIPTION

DEFINITION: Under the direction of the Chief Data Officer or other administrative or executive official in a state department, agency, or institution, conducts high\-level research to design and implement machine learning algorithms and models to improve public service delivery and drive organizational decision\-making; performs experiments to test hypotheses, validate models, and analyze results; does other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS

Four (4\) years of experience in conducting research in the field of artificial intelligence, machine learning, or data science; or four (4\) years of experience designing and implementing algorithms and/or machine learning models.

NOTE: A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the above fields may be substituted for one (1\) year of the required experience.

LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

IMPORTANT NOTICES

• FOREIGN DEGREES: Degrees and/or transcripts issued by a college or university outside of the United States *must be evaluated* by a reputable evaluation service at your expense. The evaluation must be included with your submission. Failure to submit the required evaluation may result in an ineligibility determination.
• RESIDENCY: In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14\-7 (NJ PL 70\), the "New Jersey First Act", all employees must reside in the State of New Jersey (NJ), unless exempted under the law. If you do not live in NJ, you have (1\) year after you begin employment to relocate your residence to NJ.
• DRUG SCREENING: If you are a candidate for a position with DHS, you may be subject to pre and/or post\-employment drug testing/ screening. The cost of any pre\-employment testing *will be at your expense*. Candidates with a positive drug test result, or those who refuse to be tested and/or cooperate with the testing requirement, will not be hired. You will be advised if the position for which you’re being considered requires drug testing and how its administered.
• CIVIL SERVICE LISTS: Applicable regular or special re\-employment list(s) established as a result of a layoff will be used before promotions are made. All appointments will be made utilizing the procedures and guidelines in accordance with N.J.A.C. 4A.
• TELEWORK: Certain positions may be eligible to participate in the Department's "Telework Program", which offers eligible employees the opportunity to work remotely for up to two (2\) days per week, as approved by management. Details on this, and other benefits, will be made available throughout the interview process.
• SAME PROGRAM: If you are applying under the NJ State as a Model Employer (SAME) program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program visit their website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: CSC\[email protected], or call CSC at (609\) 292\-4144\.
• EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: In accordance with the *Pay Transparency Act*, the NJ State Benefits Package includes: State Health Benefits Program (medical, dental, prescription drug and vision care); Pension; Deferred Compensation; Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) participation; Tuition Reimbursement; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA); Paid holidays; Paid Leave (vacation days, sick days and administrative leave days); Telework; Alternate Work Week Program; Life Insurance; Tax$ave; NJ Well; State Employee Discount Program; Employee Advisory Service (EAS); Please be advised that eligibility for any of the benefits listed may vary pursuant to job duties, operational need, funding, policy, procedures and/or guidelines.

FILING INSTRUCTIONS: Forward a cover letter, resume, and transcript (if applicable) electronically to: [email protected]

You must include the *Job Posting \#* and *Last Name* in the subject line of your email. Example: (123\-25, Smith).

New Jersey Department of Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay: $83,582\.01 \- $122,831\.91 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person