Research Associate (all genders) - Large Language Models

Fraunhofer-Institut für Integrierte Schaltungen IIS; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institution in Germany is seeking a candidate for a role in their natural language processing team, focusing on large language models. Responsibilities include developing innovative solutions and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a PhD or relevant experience, strong machine learning foundations, and proficiency in Python. This position offers a supportive culture with career development opportunities and flexible working hours.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive culture

Qualifikationen

• Degree (PhD preferred) or 3+ years of professional experience in relevant field.
• Strong foundation in machine learning and neural network architectures.
• Practical experience with common machine learning frameworks.

Aufgaben

• Contribute to training and optimization of large language models.
• Develop techniques in preference optimization and model distillation.
• Drive innovative enterprise solutions across domains.
• Communicate and coordinate activities with project partners.

Kenntnisse

Machine learning

Python development

Collaborative mindset

Communication

Deep learning architectures

Ausbildung

PhD or 3+ years of experience

Tools

Machine learning frameworks

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft operates 75 institutes and research institutions in Germany and is a leading applied research organization. The Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS, located in Erlangen, is the largest institute with more than 1,200 employees and a yearly research budget of 3.4 billion euros. The IIS conducts research in artificial intelligence, microelectronics, sensor systems, data acquisition, signal processing, and signal transmission. Our team covers diverse engineering and natural science disciplines, offering a wide range of exciting topics, including neuromorphic computing, 5G/6G mobile technologies, generative AI in speech and signal processing, and X-ray imaging for e-mobility.

What sustainable solution will you find with us?

Are you passionate about the capabilities and potential of large language models?

Join us in shaping the exciting world of conversational AI.

Responsibilities

As a member of the natural language processing team, your work will involve:

• Training and Refinement of LLMs: You contribute to the training and optimization of large language models.
• Development of Innovative Methods for Model Enhancement: You develop advanced techniques in areas such as preference optimization, model distillation, parameter-efficient fine-tuning, and multimodal extensions of LLMs.
• Promotion of Creative Business Solutions Across Various Areas: You drive innovative enterprise solutions across a wide range of tasks and domains.
• Engagement and Collaboration with Project Partners and Stakeholders: You communicate and coordinate activities with project partners and internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree (PhD preferred) or 3+ years of professional experience in computer science, computational linguistics, or related discipline.
• Strong foundation in machine learning and modern neural network architectures.
• Solution-oriented thinking and collaborative mindset.
• Practical experience with common machine learning frameworks for training LLMs.
• Proficiency in Python development.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

What you can expect

Our values include a welcoming, supportive culture and exciting projects in highly innovative key industries. We offer room for creativity, career development, top-of-the-line equipment and training, and flexible working hours to support work-life balance.

• Inspiring culture: A friendly and supportive atmosphere within an international team.
• Exciting projects: ventures in innovative industries.
• Room for creativity: Freedom to contribute and develop ideas.
• Career development: Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Flexible working hours: Balance between private and professional life.

The position is initially limited to 2 years with the aim to extend it subsequently. The weekly working time is 39 hours.

Equity, Diversity and Employment Details

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and welcome all applications regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits are based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD).

Fraunhofer focuses on developing key technologies vital for the future and enabling commercial utilization of this work by business and industry. Fraunhofer is a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, helping shape society now and in the future.

Ready for Change?

Then apply now and make a difference.

Questions about the application process? Our recruiter Claudia Kestler-Böhm can assist: [phone].

Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS
www.iis.fraunhofer.de