Data scientist for our Data and AI Competence Lab

Job title:

Data scientist for our Data and AI Competence Lab

Company:

Sirris

Job description

We are looking for a Data Scientist to join our Data and AI Competence Lab (in Brussels, Leuven or Ghent)Are you a passionate data scientist, analyst, or researcher eager to make a significant impact in the world of data? Look no further than our Data and AI Competence Lab, where innovation, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology converge to shape the future of data science.You’ll be at the forefront of data science research, employing the latest technologies and methodologies to solve complex industrial problems. Our team consists of world-class experts, all driven by a shared passion for data. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, fostering a dynamic environment where your ideas and insights are valued and can lead to real-world applications.In this function, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of topics in the context of collaborative and multi-disciplinary R&D projects, helping companies to realize AI and data-driven innovations.You take the lead in industrially-driven research projects in the domain of data innovation and AI, you supervise small project teams and coach colleagues.You work together with our industrial and research partners to develop data-driven solutions for real-world problems in many diverse application domains such as sustainable energy, digital industry, mobility, safety and security, etc. This includes supporting companies in defining, setting up and evaluating their research and innovation roadmap, while also being closely involved in the subsequent project execution.You build an (inter)national knowledge network within industry, the research world and with Sirris’s partners, and manage multi-party (inter)national R&D projects in the field of data innovation and AI.You shape, discuss, and write new project proposals with companies and research partners.You build up knowledge about the latest technological developments in research and industry and contribute to the organisation of dissemination events towards companies to spread those insights to the industry.As an ambassador of AI you facilitate cross-domain internal collaboration with our experts of other technological disciplines with the goal of adopting AI expertise in those teams.There is always a nice challenge ahead.What do we expect from you?You hold a PhD or master in Computer Science or in a related engineering discipline.You have at least 3 years of experience in an R&D environment with hands-on knowledge about state-of-the-art ML/AI technologies.You have a track record of contributions in the field of data innovation and AI, either in academia with solid post doc experience, in industry or in an industrial related R&D environment.

Knowledge about the following is highly recommended: statistical and machine learning tools in Python such as scikit-learn, Pandas, Tensorflow or PyTorch, etc., well-known development technologies, such as git, Docker, Jupyter, etc.You are familiar with setting up R&D proposals.You have good coaching skills to lead small project teams and you enjoy sharing your AI expertise with other colleagues.In order to fit in our collaborative and international environment, you are creative, dynamic, and are able to work independently yet transparently towards colleagues. In addition, you are also a strong team player, both with colleagues as well as with external partners. Both individual and team problem solving skills are crucial in this position.You see the value of a multidisciplinary approach, working across different technologies and industries.You have the desire to work with the industry and to turn research results into services.You enjoy presenting (preliminary) results in a tangible way and demonstrate engaging teaching skills by sharing knowledge with industry via workshops, seminars, masterclasses, and social media.You have good communication skills and are fluent in English, enabling you to clearly formulate arguments and reasoning. Knowledge of Dutch and/or French is an asset.And most of all: you are a fast learner that keeps on learning, improving, innovating in a continuously changing and fast-growing environment.What do we offer you?As a Sirris expert, you will be working on top class projects with Belgian companies. You will accumulate knowledge and experience in the most advanced of technologies. Every day you will experience the satisfaction of knowing that you are doing pioneering work. In other words, you will be delivering innovation in its purest form.Varied work, personal development and a working environment where cooperation comes first, is typical Sirris. We’re offering an attractive pay package that fully matches the job and your experience.Please contact (HR Business Partner) or (Program Manager Data & AI innovation Lab) for further information about this position.

Expected salary

Location

Louvain, Brabant Flamand – Gand, Flandre-Orientale

Job date

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 22:21:23 GMT

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