**Job Posting: Manager, Applied Research**

**Location:** Toronto, ON

**Company:** Thomson Reuters Labs

**About Us:**
Thomson Reuters Labs is at the forefront of applied research in information retrieval and natural language processing. We support the organization and our customers through applied research, working closely with product and domain experts to identify compelling solutions. Our team designs next-generation tax, accounting, and audit compliance software for professionals across the globe.

**Role Overview:**
As the Manager of Applied Research, you will lead a team of high-performing machine learning scientists and research engineers, driving innovation through applied research. You will experiment, develop, collaborate, and deliver impactful solutions while fostering a high-performance team culture.

**Key Responsibilities:**
- **Experiment and Develop:** Execute the model development lifecycle from prototype to delivery using best practices for reproducible research.
- **Collaborate:** Work within a cross-functional team, fostering a collaborative environment and sharing diverse ideas.
- **Deliver:** Ensure timely and well-managed deliverables while being accountable for project outcomes.
- **Innovate:** Explore new technologies and implement innovative ideas to tackle real-world challenges.
- **Inspire:** Communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences, sharing work and ideas proactively.
- **Manage:** Lead and develop a team of Applied Scientists and Research Engineers, promoting a high-performance culture through coaching and guidance.

**Qualifications:**
**Basic Qualifications:**
- PhD in a relevant discipline or Master’s degree with comparable experience.
- 8+ years of hands-on experience in building information retrieval and NLP systems for commercial applications.
- Prior management experience with a focus on coaching and developing teams.
- Proficiency in writing production code and managing software delivery.
- Experience delivering minimum viable products in a large enterprise environment.
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex problems into AI applications.
- Expertise in areas such as Python development, MLOps, containerization, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure), and ML pipelines.

**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Experience in state-of-the-art research leading to practical solutions.
- Relevant publications in esteemed conferences (ACL, EMNLP, etc.).
- Advanced proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.

**What We Offer:**
- **Hybrid Work Model:** Flexibility with 2-3 days a week in the office.
- **Comprehensive Benefits:** Flexible vacation, mental health days, retirement savings plans, and wellness programs.
- **Inclusive Culture:** Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with recognized programs and initiatives.
- **Learning Opportunities:** Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal projects across the company.
- **Social Impact:** Opportunities for paid volunteer days and participation in ESG initiatives.

**Join Us:**
Be a part of a team dedicated to transforming the way knowledge professionals work while promoting justice, truth, and transparency. At Thomson Reuters, we have been doing this for almost 160 years, supporting professionals in legal, tax, accounting, and compliance sectors.

**Equal Opportunity Employer:**
Thomson Reuters prides itself on being an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome diverse candidates and provide reasonable accommodations as needed.

For more information, visit [Thomson Reuters](https://thomsonreuters.com).