Staff Scientist - AI Factory
Workplace: Umeå, Sverige
Expires: September 5, 2025
Umeå University seeks two or more Staff Scientists to work as application experts within the EU-funded Swedish AI Factory project. The role involves supporting researchers in AI projects by providing expert advice on AI methods, data quality, computational resource applications, machine learning workflows, dataset curation, visualization, and model validation. The position also includes organizing training and collaborative activities within Sweden and the EU.
Main requirements:
- PhD or equivalent degree in Computer Science with applied work in machine learning
- Experience with common machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
- Expert knowledge in Python or C/C++
- Experience in large-scale data processing, curation, management, and evaluation
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
- Ability to communicate complex scientific projects effectively to diverse stakeholders
Responsibilities:
- Provide expert-level support and guidance to users applying AI/ML techniques
- Assist users in selecting appropriate models, tools, and pipelines
- Develop and deliver tailored training materials, tutorials, and workshops for various audiences
- Stay updated on latest AI/ML developments and assess applicability
- Organize education and joint activities in collaboration with national and EU infrastructures
Required hard skills:
- PhD in Computer Science with machine learning focus
- Proficiency in ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch
- Expertise in Python or C/C++ programming
- Large-scale data processing and curation
- Excellent English communication skills
Recommended hard skills:
- Experience developing custom AI models
- Experience writing applications for computing time or research resources
- Collaborations with industry or public sector organizations
- Knowledge of R, Matlab, Julia
Soft skills:
- Independent planning, organization, documentation, and follow-up of work
- Strong collaboration skills
- Effective communication with colleagues and users
Coding languages:
- Python
- C
- C++
Frameworks:
- TensorFlow
- PyTorch
Natural languages:
- English (Proficient)
- Swedish (Basic familiarity)
Cultural skills:
- Collaboration in interdisciplinary and international research environments
- Communication across diverse stakeholder groups
- Adapting to a dynamic research and societal transformation context
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