Research Scientist in NLP and ML

11 hours ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ELLIS Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Scientist to join our team at the School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh. The successful candidate will work on improving the robustness and trustworthiness of Large Language Models while enhancing their explainability and generalisation properties.

Key Responsibilities
  • PhD in Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, or a related field with strong research background
  • Experience in independent research work within an interdisciplinary team
  • Demonstrated quality of research performance with high-quality publications in top-tier ML and NLP venues
  • Strong programming skills with experience in Python NLP and deep learning libraries
  • Ability to communicate complex information clearly in writing and orally in English

The School of Informatics is one of the largest research centres in Computer Science in Europe and is ranked #1 in the UK in terms of research power. We offer a collaborative, friendly, and supportive environment that integrates various fields of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence.

What We Offer
  • A competitive salary range of £38,609 - £49,449 per annum
  • Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth


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