Postdoctoral Researcher in Fundamental Machine Learning F/M

ppb Role Summary /b /p /p pThe Machine Learning Group at the Idiap Research Institute (Martigny, Switzerland) has an open position for a postdoctoral researcher to contribute to our work on fundamental questions in machine learning and deep learning. Examples of our recent work are provided below. The position is fully funded. The candidate will be expected to conduct independent research while collaborating with members of our group. /p pVarious optional opportunities for career development will be available, including the possibility to co-supervise Master’s and PhD students, participate in ongoing collaborations with our international partners, and gain experience in the acquisition of research funding. /p pbMore information /b /p pWork time: Full time /p pContract type: Temporary, year (negotiable/renewable contingent on performance) /p pLocation: Martigny, Switzerland /p pStart date: Flexible, or early /p pRepresentative work of the research group /p pInquiries can be made directly to Dr. Damien Teney (). /p ppb Your profile /b /p /p liA strong track record of rigorous research, evidenced by publications at major AI/ML/CV/NLP venues /li liA PhD (or equivalent research experience) in a relevant field such as computer science, engineering, applied mathematics, physics, or related disciplines /li liStrong programming skills /li liStrong written and verbal communication skills in English /li ppb About Idiap /b /p /p pIdiap is a research institute of national importance that engages in fundamental research, education and technology transfer in artificial intelligence, machine learning and signal processing. Idiap offers competitive salaries and conditions in a young, high-quality, dynamic, and multicultural environment. Idiap is located in the town of Martigny in Valais, a scenic region in the south of Switzerland, surrounded by the highest mountains of Europe, and offering exceptional quality of life, exciting recreational activities, including hiking, climbing and skiing, as well as varied cultural activities. English is the official working language. /p pAt Idiap we place great emphasis on diversity and we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. Employment at Idiap is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. Idiap does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by law. /p