Senior Lecturer in Machine Learning: Join the Johannes Kepler University Linz, Upper Austria’s largest institution for education and research, and be a part of shaping the future of Austria’s most attractive campus university. We are currently seeking a Senior Lecturer for a full-time, six-year position at the Institute for Machine Learning. The successful candidate will contribute to independent research, participate in cooperative research projects, and excel in the development, evaluation, and practical application of machine learning methods, particularly in deep learning. The role involves teaching courses, planning and supervising exams, and supporting students in the field of Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science.
Designation: Senior Lecturer (must hold a Doctorate/Ph.D. degree) for a Full-time, six-year position
Research Area: Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Autonomous Driving
Location: Johannes Kepler University Linz, Austria
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Doctorate/PhD degree or equivalent in machine learning or a closely related field (Computer Science with a strong focus on machine learning).
- Experience with university-level teaching.
- Publications and track record in machine learning, deep learning, mathematics, signal processing, computer vision, speech processing, or natural language processing.
- Strong background in machine learning, deep learning, and statistical inference.
- Experience with frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python.
- Full command of German and English (German level C1, English level B2).
- Willingness and ability to work in a team and support students and young colleagues.
Job Description:
- Conduct independent research and participate in cooperative research projects.
- Develop, evaluate, and apply machine learning methods, especially deep learning, in areas such as computer vision, natural language processing, or autonomous driving.
- Publish scientific results in renowned international journals and conferences.
- Teach courses, plan and supervise exams, and support students at the Bachelor and Master levels.
- Prepare and update teaching materials and examination documents.
- Support the supervision of Bachelor and Master theses.
- Assist with administrative tasks related to teaching.
What We Offer:
- Minimum salary of €4,752.30 gross per month (based on full-time employment, 40 hours/week, 14 payments per year, CA Job Grade: B1).
- Stable employer with an attractive campus environment and good public transportation connections.
- Continual educational opportunities.
- State-of-the-art research infrastructure.
- Dynamic research environment.
- Broad range of on-campus dining services/healthy meals.
- Exercise and sports classes (USI).
- And much more.
Application Deadline: March 6, 2024
The Johannes Kepler University is committed to increasing the proportion of academic female faculty and welcomes applications from qualified women. In case of equal qualifications, preference will be given to women. The university also encourages applications from qualified individuals with disabilities, and these applications will receive special consideration.
How to Apply: Please submit your application by the deadline, including a cover letter, CV, relevant publications, and contacts of three references, to Assoz. Univprof. Mag. Dr. Günter Klambauer at guenter.klambauer@jku.at. For questions, contact Dr. Klambauer at P +43 732 2468 9399.
Contact: Assoz.Univprof. Mag. Dr. Günter Klambauer
P +43 732 2468 9399
E-mail: guenter.klambauer@jku.at
Exertion Place Address: Altenberger Straße 69, 4040 Linz, Austria
