Postdoctoral Researcher in Applied Artificial Intelligence

Luxembourg

Unspecified

About the SnT

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) at the University of Luxembourg is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT systems and services.

We play an instrumental role in Europe by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent. We look for researchers from diverse academic backgrounds to contribute to our projects in areas such as: Network Security, Information Assurance, Model-driven Security, Cloud Computing, Cryptography, Satellite Systems, Vehicular Networks, and ICT Services & Applications.

Your role

The selected candidate will primarily contribute to a partnership project with ESM, the European Stability Market, located in Luxembourg. The candidate will join the Security, Reasoning and Validation (Serval) research group and work on a research project related to the application of machine learning for official statistics. The subjects of the research are: AI-assisted Bond Issuance, Causal Methods for Enhanced Market Intelligence, Automated Market Research Summaries via RAG-enabled AI.

The successful candidate will extensively explore and analyse the suitability and potential benefits of new-generation AI (in particular Large Language Models and Agentic AI systems) in these tasks. These investigations include the feasibility, practicality and success evaluation of prototype implementations.

The team you will be working with:

• Dr. Maxime Cordy
• Sylvain Kubler
• Dr. Mike Papadakis

The position holder will be required to perform the following tasks/will do research on the following topics:

• Software engineering practices for machine learning
• Tabular machine learning
• Large language models on structured and semi-structured data

Research Associate Role: Under the direction of their supervisor, the candidate will carry out research activities and support the PhD students working on this project. This includes conducting literature surveys and establishing state-of-the-art; developing necessary experimental and simulation facilities where required; planning, executing, and analyzing experiments and simulations; conducting joint and independent research activities; contributing to project deliverables, milestones, demonstrations, and meetings; disseminating results at international scientific conferences/workshops and peer reviewed scientific publications.

Your profile

• PhD in Computer Science, with specialization on applied machine learning, statistical methods, and/or software engineering
• Strong programming skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Industry experience in information and communication technology will be considered as an advantage
• Team working, a critical mind, and motivation are skills that are more than welcome
• Knowledge of both the basics and the latest developments of machine learning, in particular large language models and other generative AI models

Language Skills: Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are required. French is a plus.

We offer

• Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the "University of the Greater Region" (UniGR)
• A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …

How to apply

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter
• Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken
• Research statement and topics of particular interest to the candidate (300 words)

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

The University of Luxembourg is committed to achieving gender parity among its staff. Should candidates present equivalent profiles, preference will be given to female candidates in all departments where gender parity is not yet achieved.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Kirchberg Campus
• Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
• Job Reference: UOL07761

The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 85176 (full time).