AI/ML Scientist

Job title:

AI/ML Scientist

Company:

NATO

Job description

1. POST CONTEXTThis is a position within the Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation (CMRE), an organization of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).CMRE is an established, world-leading scientific research and experimentation facility that organizes and conducts scientific research and technology development, centred on the maritime domain, delivering innovative and field-tested Science & Technology (S&T) solutions to address defence and security needs of the Alliance.The position is within the Research Division (RD), which is responsible for identifying, developing and delivering Science & Technology (S&T) solutions to the needs of the Alliance in the maritime domain.The Division leads the development of CMRE’s scientific strategy and through its capability in ocean sensing, numerical modelling, big data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), data fusion, signal processing, and autonomy, delivers the Centre’s S&T goals while maintaining CMRE’s reputation within the scientific community.The Research Division is organized around the five programmes below:1. Antisubmarine Warfare (ASW)2. Autonomous Naval Mine Warfare (ANMW)3. Climate Change and Security (CCAS)4. Data & Environmental Knowledge and Operational Effectiveness (D-EKOE)5. Maritime Unmanned Systems Enablers (MUSE)This position is within the Autonomous Naval Mine Warfare (ANMW) team and contributes to ANMW programme of work.2. PRINCIPAL DUTIESWe are seeking for a talented AI/ML research scientist to join our team in the Research Department at CMRE. This role requires a strong research background and expertise in statistical learning, artificial intelligence and machine learning fields. The incumbent will be tasked to design, develop, implement and test state-of-the-art algorithms to solve complex problems including object recognition, path planning, automatic situational awareness or beamforming using extensive and heterogeneous datasets. The incumbent will be part of a multi-disciplinary research team including scientists, data engineers, roboticists and software engineers and will be expected to exchange his/her professional expertise with the team to contribute to prototyping advanced systems demonstrating next-generation performance and capabilities in the maritime defence domain.Detailed duties:

• Support the ANMW programme of work in the investigation and development of innovative and cutting edge scientific research ideas in the area of Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Information Fusion.
• Develop and implement advanced and novel algorithms and models to combine, fuse, synthesize and classify heterogeneous sensor or contextual data.
• Develop rigorous mathematical understanding/interpretation of the developed algorithms and assess their performance.
• Collaborate with researchers and domain experts to identify research questions and design experiments to address them.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in statistical learning, machine learning, data fusion and related fields, and apply relevant methodologies to research projects.
• Participate in interdisciplinary research teams and contribute to research proposals and publications, both internal (CMRE reports) and external (peer-reviewed scientific publications).
• Present research findings at conferences, workshops, and internal meetings.
• Support the organization and execution of NATO workshops and conferences.

3. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND ADDITIONAL DUTIESa. Flexibility ClauseThe incumbent may be required to perform other related duties as directed.All other related duties should correspond with the required competencies for the job.b. Deployment/TravelThe incumbent may be required to perform his/her duties onboard Centre or chartered vessels. The incumbent may be required to undertake TDY assignments within and outside NATO boundaries.4. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONSa. Professional/Experience

• Proven background and expertise in machine learning and artificial intelligence.
• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to innovate.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in machine learning methods such as Deep / Adversarial / Recurrent / Generative / Reinforced Learning neural networks.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as MATLAB, Python or C++ for scientific programming and prototyping. Proficient in the use of machine learning libraries and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, keras, etc.).
• Solid understanding of research methodologies and experimental design.
• Experience with the application of AI and ML strategies to heterogeneous real-world data sets.

b. Education/Training

• A minimum requirement of a Ph.D. in Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field plus two years’ experience of a scientific degree at a nationally recognised/certified University with a focus on machine learning and artificial intelligence.

OR

• Alternatively, a MSc degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field plus five years of experience at a nationally recognised/certified University with a focus on machine learning and artificial intelligence.

c. Language RequirementsA thorough knowledge of one of the two NATO languages, both written and spoken, is essential and some knowledge of the other is desirable.English SLP 3333NOTE: Most of the work of CMRE is conducted in the English language.5. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge in acoustics and underwater acoustics.
• Knowledge of subjects relating to autonomous maritime vehicles such as robotics, perception, tracking, automatic target recognition, cooperative behaviours, human-machine interfaces, navigation, signal and image processing, modelling and simulation, acoustic sensors.
• Publication record in peer-reviewed conferences or journals.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary and international environments.

6. ATTRIBUTES/COMPETENCIESThe successful candidate possess the following competencies / personal attributes:

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written – able to communicate at all levels;
• Innovative and driven. Offers innovating and original ideas; applies specialist and detailed technical expertise; uses technology to achieve work objectives; develops job knowledge and expertise (theoretical and practical) through continual professional development;
• Very good interpersonal skills. Solicits inputs and encourages others; Shows respect for the views and contributions of other team members; consults others and shares information and expertise with them; builds team spirit and reconciles conflict; adapts to the team and fits in well.
• Proactive: Plans most of the daily work details under some regular supervision and given priorities; self-starter;
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

All CMRE personnel are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the current NATO Code of Conduct agreed by the North Atlantic Council (NAC), and thus display the core values of integrity, impartiality, loyalty, accountability, and professionalism.7. REMARKSThe duties are mostly performed in an office environment, but staff may be required to work on-board a vessel.About Us:The Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation (CMRE) is part of the NATO Science and Technology Organization (STO). The mission of the STO is to help position both national and NATO science and technology investments as a strategic enabler and technology advantage for the defence and security posture of NATO Allies and partners. The Centre conducts scientific research and technology development and delivers innovative field-tested S&T solutions to address the defence and security needs of the Alliance. CMRE has more than 60 years of experience and has produced a cadre of leaders in ocean science, modelling and simulation, acoustics and other disciplines, as well as producing critical results and understanding that have been built into the operational concepts of NATO and the Nations.What we offer:

• Salary (Pay Basis): 5,939.03 (EUR) Monthly*

*Salary value as per 2024. Subject to future adjustments in accordance with North Atlantic Council decisions. * Grade ABCL grade A2 / NATO grade G15.

• A world class research facility located in the seaport of La Spezia, Italy supported by two specialised research vessels.
• An exciting place in which to work situated at an ideal location, the port of La Spezia, Italy, enabling synergy with regional and global academic institutes and industry.
• Salary and conditions of employment will be in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations (NCPR), which includes a rewarding salary and a comprehensive system of allowances, supplements and insurances to support families and, in case of expatriated staff, offers an interesting “expatriate” package.
• A generous annual leave and, (where eligible) home leave.
• The successful candidate will be offered a three years’ definite duration contract which may be renewed for subsequent periods subject to business needs, satisfactory performance and the need to rotate skills and talent within the Organization.
• Applicants who prove to be competent for the post but who are not successful in this competition may be offered an appointment to another post of a similar nature, which might become vacant in the near future, albeit at the same or a lower grade, provided they meet the necessary requirements.

Our recruitment process:

• Please note that we can only accept applications from nationals of NATO member countries.
• Applications (including the most relevant publications, the diplomas – stating the highest level of education – and a CV) for this vacancy are to be submitted using the E-recruitment system.
• Appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance (provided by the national Authorities of the selected candidate) and approval of the candidate’s medical file by the CMRE Medical Adviser.

Additional information:

• CMRE values diverse backgrounds and perspectives and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and talented workforce. We welcome applications of nationals from all Member States and strongly encourage women to apply.
• Selected candidates are expected to be role models of integrity, and to promote good governance through ongoing efforts in their work.

For more information on how to apply:NOTE:NATO will not accept any phase of the recruitment and selection prepared, in whole or in part, by means of generative artificial-intelligence (AI) tools, including and without limitation to chatbots, such as Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer (Chat GPT), or other language generating tools. NATO reserves the right to screen applications to identify the use of such tools. All applications prepared, in whole or in part, by means of such generative or creative AI applications may be rejected without further consideration at NATO’s sole discretion, and NATO reserves the right to take further steps in such cases as appropriate.

Expected salary

Location

La Spezia

Job date

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 04:06:33 GMT

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