The Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO) is advertising a three-year position for a Lead Machine Learning Engineer. PRIO has been conducting data-driven social science research since its establishment in 1959 and hopes to increase its data science capabilities.
The institute aims to create a more peaceful world, using technological advancements and the latest research tools. As such, it requires an experienced engineer with expertise in machine learning to lead a team in leveraging the most current and innovative data science processes to further its research objectives.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing a team of engineers and working alongside data scientists to ensure that PRIO’s research remains at the cutting edge of innovation.
PRIO is looking for someone with significant experience in software engineering, preferably within social science research domains. They should possess exceptional programming skills and a thorough understanding of data science technologies, including machine learning, deep learning, and artificial intelligence. Communicating complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders will be a significant part of the job, thus strong communication and interpersonal skills are also desired.
If you are a highly-skilled machine learning engineer who is passionate about using technology for the greater good, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic and collaborative environment with the best minds in the field, changing the world one discovery at a time.
