Connectionists: Job opening: Research Scientist - Computational Neuroscience and Machine Learning/AI

[Michiel Remme]

Dear Colleagues,


Our startup INAIT, based in Lausanne, Switzerland, is seeking a permanent and full-time Research Scientist working at the intersection of computational neuroscience and machine learning/AI. Are you interested in developing new machine learning/AI methods based on neuroscientific insights, and apply them to business problems? Then come join us!


Your responsibilities

  *   Contribute and actively shape the research and development of the next generation of neuroscience-inspired machine learning/AI methods
  *   Work closely with a team of computational neuroscientists, machine learning engineers and software developers towards business solutions
  *   Stay up to date with the latest developments at the intersection of neuroscience and AI through literature search and attendance of conferences, and integrate relevant findings into ongoing projects


Required experience and skills

  *   PhD with a focus on Machine Learning, Neuroscience-inspired AI, Computational Neuroscience, or a related field (or equal experience: Master and 4+ years of research experience)
  *   Good understanding of the fundamentals of Machine Learning, including Deep Learning
  *   Interest and exposure to (Computational) Neuroscience
  *   Strong Python software engineering skills and knowledge of the main libraries (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, etc.)
  *   Experience in using machine learning frameworks such as scikit-learn and PyTorch/JAX/TensorFlow
  *   Ability to work autonomously and to design and conduct rigorous research experiments
  *   Excellent team player with a strong desire to learn and share knowledge
  *   Strong communication skills and ability to produce high-quality visualizations to present research results
  *   Experience with UNIX/Linux operating systems
  *   Fluent in spoken and written English


Preferred experience and skills

  *   3+ years of industry or post-doc experience
  *   Successful publication record in high-impact journals and/or conferences
  *   Experience working on real-life business problems
  *   Experience in the software development life-cycle, including unit testing, continuous integration, version control, debugging and documentation
  *   Experience in putting complex machine learning systems into production
  *   Successful track record in designing, developing and maintaining software projects


Benefits

  *   Hybrid working model
  *   Professional development opportunities (conferences, workshops, trainings)
  *   Dynamic work environment, a multicultural and highly talented team in a growing start-up
  *   Attractive salary and compensation scheme, including a company participation package
  *   Well-located office in Lausanne with easy access by public transportation
  *   Free fresh fruits and drinks
  *   Discounts for some products and services in Switzerland


Where: Lausanne, Switzerland
Start date: As soon as possible
Activity rate: 100%
Duration of contract: CDI

For applications visit apply.workable.com/inaitsa<http://apply.workable.com/inaitsa>



inait sa
https://www.inait.ai<https://www.inait.ai/>
Avenue du Tribunal Fédéral 34
1005 Lausanne
Switzerland
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