Research support assistant 2025/CP/086

European Commission; España; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

A leading research institution in Spain seeks an undergraduate researcher to join a project focused on green algorithms. The role involves developing efficient algorithms and applying AI to sustainability challenges. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in machine learning and software development.

Formación

• Demonstrable experience in machine learning and software development.
• Familiarity with programming languages like Python and C.
• English proficiency from A1 to C2.

Responsabilidades

• Develop computationally efficient algorithms for green projects.
• Apply AI to sustainable development challenges.
• Work on sustainable robotics.

Conocimientos

Machine Learning

Software Development

Programming Languages

Educación

Baccalaureate or higher vocational training

Descripción del empleo

Organisation/Company: University of A Coruña

Research Field: Computer science » Programming

Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)

Positions: Undergraduate Positions

Country: Spain

Application Deadline: 27 May 2025 - 15:00 (Europe/Brussels)

Type of Contract: Temporary

Job Status: Part-time

Hours Per Week: 17.5

Offer Starting Date: 1 Jul 2025

EU Funded: No

Reference Number: 2025/CP/086

Research Infrastructure Staff Position: No

Offer Description

The objective of this contract is to collaborate in research within the framework of the project, focusing on green algorithms. Responsibilities include developing computationally efficient algorithms, applying artificial intelligence to sustainable development challenges, and working on sustainable robotics.

Candidates must have a Baccalaureate, BUP, FPII, or higher vocational training cycle degree. Joining CITIC during the contract period is mandatory.

Additional Information

Eligibility criteria:

Assessment of merits (max 100 points):

1. Qualification (max 20 points): 20 points for Science and Technology Baccalaureate, Vocational Training (FPII), or related higher vocational training. 10 points for other Baccalaureate branches, BUP, FPII, or non-related vocational training.
2. Experience in the field (max 20 points): Demonstrable experience in machine learning and software development, assessed through projects on platforms like GitHub. Up to 10 points for programming languages (Python, C, etc.) and up to 10 for related subjects.
3. Work experience (max 20 points): Up to 2 points per month in projects related to machine learning and AI, including scholarships.
4. English proficiency (max 10 points): From 1 point (A1) to 10 points (C2).
5. Other merits (max 10 points): Courses, awards, etc., with points depending on scope (regional, national, international) and participation in summer schools.
6. Personal interview (max 20 points): For top three candidates with scores less than 15% below the highest.

The maximum total score is 100 points.

Selection Process

Application: Submit via UDC online services, addressed to the Office of the Vice-Rectorate for Research and Transference, including the call reference.

Deadline: 5 working days after publication on the official bulletin board.

Committee & Results: A minimum of 3 members, including the project head and research team members, will form the committee. Results will be published on the official bulletin board.

Additional Comments

The contract duration is 9 months, aligned with the project timeline. Candidates must submit a detailed application highlighting merits according to the specified criteria. A merit-based priority list will be established, with a minimum score of 15 points (excluding interview) to qualify for the waiting list.