Lead Applied Scientist

Overview

Join Thomson Reuters Labs, the AI Research & Development division of Thomson Reuters, dedicated to advancing applied research within an industry context. We focus on pioneering solutions that serve Legal, Tax & Accounting, Risk, and News Media sectors by leveraging the latest in AI and machine learning technologies. Our approach involves thorough experimentation, development, and deployment of cutting-edge innovations aimed squarely at addressing client challenges.

Role Summary

As a Lead Applied Scientist, you will shape research directions and spearhead impactful projects influencing Thomson Reuters’ AI and machine learning strategies across diverse product lines. Your expertise will drive innovation in areas like legal reasoning, document comprehension, and knowledge graph methodologies. Responsibilities include setting technical visions, mentoring fellow scientists, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to align AI solutions with customer needs and data insights.

Candidate Profile

• Possess a PhD or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Bring at least seven years of practical involvement in developing production-level information retrieval, natural language processing, machine learning, or generative AI systems using advanced techniques.
• Proven leadership skills managing cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive AI capabilities.
• A strong product orientation, capable of translating complex user issues into effective AI applications.
• Track record of pioneering novel methodologies that shape product roadmaps and drive business results.
• Exceptional communication and analytical proficiencies.
• In-depth knowledge of retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) architectures, agentic systems, tool-using frameworks, and evaluation techniques.
• Expertise in crafting innovative solutions for specialized professional fields such as medical, tax, or legal domains.
• Authorship of research published at premier academic conferences (e.g., ACL, EMNLP, NAACL, NeurIPS, ICLR, SIGIR, KDD).
• Experience in delivering production-level code adhering to rigorous software engineering and machine learning operations (MLOps) practices.

Additional Information

This role supports proactive hiring and may be used to address current or upcoming vacancies within Thomson Reuters. We employ AI-assisted recruitment tools to enhance our selection process, though final decisions are made by human recruiters.

Employee Benefits

• Flexible Hybrid Work Model: Blend of in-office (2-3 days weekly) and remote work to promote connectivity and adaptability.
• Work-Life Harmony: Programs such as Flex My Way support balancing personal and professional responsibilities, including up to 8 weeks remote work annually and offerings like paid volunteer days.
• Professional Growth: Access to continuous learning initiatives under Grow My Way to develop skills and leadership for the evolving AI landscape.
• Competitive Benefits Package: Inclusive of comprehensive health coverage, mental health days, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and wellness resources.
• Inclusive Culture: Recognition for fostering diversity, belonging, and values such as customer obsession, agile thinking, fast learning, and teamwork.
• Social Impact: Opportunities to contribute through paid volunteer days and involvement in ESG and pro-bono projects.
• Substantial Impact: Work contributing to justice, transparency, and reliable information dissemination worldwide.

Compensation

Salary varies by location. For Ontario, Canada, the salary range for this role is CAD 140,000 to 175,000 annually. This range is influenced by experience, skills, and internal equity considerations. Eligible candidates may also qualify for annual bonuses based on performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Thomson Reuters is committed to diversity and equal opportunity in employment without discrimination based on any protected status. Reasonable accommodation is provided for applicants with disabilities or religious beliefs upon request.

About Thomson Reuters

We empower professionals through trusted content and technology to make sound decisions across legal, tax, compliance, and media industries globally. With 26,000 employees across 70+ countries, we promote professional growth in flexible work settings. We uphold values of accuracy, fairness, and transparency, supporting society's advancement.