AI Research Scientist Jobs in Tennessee
AI Research Scientist jobs in Tennessee are open across Memphis, Nashville, and Spring Hill and other Tennessee metros, with employers like St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Starbucks, and Conexess hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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COMPANY OVERVIEW:
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Senior Attorney - Artificial Intelligence will serve as a subject matter expert on legal and regulatory issues related to artificial intelligence (“AI”), including its procurement, deployment, and governance.
JOB DETAILS:
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Advise business teams on the deployment and oversight of AI applications and models.
- Advise on the use of company data in AI systems, including privacy, data governance, and intellectual property considerations.
- Help translate complex AI and regulatory concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal audiences.
- Monitor, analyze, and advise on emerging AI laws, regulations, and enforcement trends.
- Assist with regulatory inquiries, examinations, and incident response matters involving AI systems.
- Support internal governance and control functions in managing AI risk and implementing enterprise-wide and department-specific policies, procedures, and controls.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts involving AI technologies, data usage, cloud services, and third-party vendors.
- Support the Business Law team as needed with other legal tasks related to AI technologies, data, data governance, and/or privacy.
QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Strong business acumen
- Ability to multi-task and independently prioritize work
- Presence and effective communication at all levels of the organization
- Experience advising on algorithmic accountability, data ethics, or AI model governance
- Experience advising on AI governance and data usage
- Confidence to state an independent point of view
WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited law school required; licensed and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 5 years of legal experience, with a strong focus on technology, AI, data privacy, and cybersecurity law, gained in a law firm and/or in-house environment.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Senior Attorney - Artificial Intelligence will serve as a subject matter expert on legal and regulatory issues related to artificial intelligence (“AI”), including its procurement, deployment, and governance.
JOB DETAILS:
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Advise business teams on the deployment and oversight of AI applications and models.
- Advise on the use of company data in AI systems, including privacy, data governance, and intellectual property considerations.
- Help translate complex AI and regulatory concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal audiences.
- Monitor, analyze, and advise on emerging AI laws, regulations, and enforcement trends.
- Assist with regulatory inquiries, examinations, and incident response matters involving AI systems.
- Support internal governance and control functions in managing AI risk and implementing enterprise-wide and department-specific policies, procedures, and controls.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts involving AI technologies, data usage, cloud services, and third-party vendors.
- Support the Business Law team as needed with other legal tasks related to AI technologies, data, data governance, and/or privacy.
QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Strong business acumen
- Ability to multi-task and independently prioritize work
- Presence and effective communication at all levels of the organization
- Experience advising on algorithmic accountability, data ethics, or AI model governance
- Experience advising on AI governance and data usage
- Confidence to state an independent point of view
WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited law school required; licensed and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 5 years of legal experience, with a strong focus on technology, AI, data privacy, and cybersecurity law, gained in a law firm and/or in-house environment.
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Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.
AI Research Scientist Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital4
- Starbucks2
- Conexess2
- Dollar General2
- AutoZone1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services4
- Retail2
- Food & Beverage2
- Technology & Software2
- Automotive1
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in AI research scientist jobs across Tennessee.
- PhD in computer science, machine learning, statistics, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
- Experience designing and running large-scale machine learning experiments
- Publication record in peer-reviewed venues such as NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, or ACL
- Ability to communicate research findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Familiarity with distributed training, cloud compute platforms, and experiment tracking tools
AI Research Scientist Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many AI research scientist jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 12+ AI research scientist openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Memphis, Nashville, and Spring Hill. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
How much do AI research scientists make in Tennessee?
AI research scientists in Tennessee earn a median of about $108,830 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,750 for the lowest 10% to over $174,760 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Tennessee cities have the most AI research scientist jobs?
Memphis, Nashville, and Spring Hill have the most AI research scientist openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire AI research scientists in Tennessee?
Employers hiring AI research scientists in Tennessee include St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Starbucks, and Conexess, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote AI research scientist jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 8% of AI research scientist openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for AI research scientist jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to AI research scientist jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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