Detalhes da oferta
Job Title: NLP / LLM ResearcherJob Ref: AICOS_Jobs_2025_09
Job Type: Full-time contract.
Job Location: Porto, Portugal.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
Fraunhofer Portugal AICOS is looking for a researcher interested in Natural Language Processing and Large Language Models to join the Intelligent Systems Group.
The job offer is focused on the following tasks:
Implement Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) techniques for specific sensitive domains.
Research and develop agentic AI use-cases.
Research and develop text processing methods for information extraction, exploring NLP and LLMs.
Research and develop Responsible AI methodologies related to the validation of LLMs and agentic AI results validation and robustness assessment.
Employ and develop best practices of professional data science and machine learning.
Write comprehensive reports on approaches tested and results obtained.
Share your knowledge with others by giving talks and preparing research proposals, project deliverables, and scientific papers.
Academic Qualifications:
Academic Master’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering or similar.
Requirements:
Excellent Python programming skills.
Background knowledge in Machine Learning, NLP and LLMs.
Expertise in programming with widespread AI Frameworks (e.g., Sklearn, TensorFlow, Keras, PyTorch).
Excellent Portuguese and English communication skills (spoken and written).
We value:
Experience in RAG and agentic AI.
Motivation to work in a multidisciplinary environment.
Ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Self-motivated, driving for results, and team player.
Flexible and quick learner.
Problem-solving, proactive, and critical thinking attitude.
Why should you join Fraunhofer Portugal:
Innovative Environment: Be part of a people-centric workplace that fosters creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. We encourage the development of new ideas and ensure that every voice is heard.
Research with Impact: Engage in projects that sit at the intersection of research and real-world applications, contributing to technology that makes a tangible difference in society.
Multidisciplinary Teams: Collaborate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, enhancing your learning and professional growth.
Professional Excellence: Work within a culture that upholds professional standards and best practices, promoting continuous improvement and excellence in research.
Flexible Work Arrangements: Benefit from flexible working hours and opportunities to work from home, supporting a healthy work-life balance;
Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from a partially funded health insurance plan, and a variety of additional perks;
Supportive Culture: Join a team with an excellent spirit, where collaboration, mutual support, and team achievements are celebrated.
Application Process:
Applications are permanently open until the ideal candidate is selected. The first evaluation of applications will occur on 20th of May 2025.
The selected candidate is expected to start working in June 2025.
To Apply:
Send your application via Fraunhofer Portugal Website (including your Curriculum Vitae) – Mandatory.
Observation:
The research activities in the scope of this job opportunity are planned to be developed within the framework of the following projects:
NextGenAI – Center for Responsible AI, with Notice No. 01/C05-i01/2021 and Project Reference No. 62 - C645008882-00000055.
| Distrito | Porto | ||||||||
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| Habilitações mínimas | Curso Superior | ||||||||
| Experiência mínima | 1-3 anos | ||||||||
| Sector de actividade | Engenharia e Serviços Técnicos | ||||||||
| Tipo de contrato | Full-time | ||||||||
| Tipo de oferta | Emprego | ||||||||
| Contactos |
Associação Fraunhofer Portugal Research
Rua Alfredo Allen, 455/461 4200-135 Porto Portugal
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