Scientist (Data, AI and Innovation)

NATO; Portugal; Presencial; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Joint Analysis and Lessons Learned Centre (JALLC) within NATO seeks a data scientist to develop and deliver in-house AI solutions for the LL capability and related projects. You will support the annual Innovation Project planning, lead or participate in project teams, and advise on technical aspects across NATO groups.

Candidates should have a degree in IT/ statistics and 5+ years’ experience, including 3 years in AI deployment and 1 year in contract management.

Qualificações

• University degree in IT/economics/statistics or related discipline with several years post-qualification experience.
• Five years’ professional experience including three years deploying data science/AI solutions and one year project/contract management.
• Three years’ experience in developing AI solutions using Python.
• Recent training in language processing tools: LLMs, NLP, RAG and Knowledge Graphs.
• Experience in design thinking and innovation management.
• One year planning and managing innovation projects.
• One year developing and managing contracts and contractors.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and deliver in-house data science/AI solutions supporting NATO LL capabilities.
• Support annual Innovation Project planning and management.
• Lead or participate in Innovation Project teams and tasks from planning to delivery.
• Advise on technical aspects of Innovation Projects.
• Conduct market research to identify solution providers and vendors.
• Draft statements of work and act as Contracting Officer Technical Representative when needed.
• Represent JALLC in data science and AI-related NATO groups.

Conhecimentos

Python

Data science

AI solutions

Project management

Contract management

NLP/LLM

Formação académica

University degree in IT/ Economics/ Statistics/ OR

Advanced vocational training with professional accreditation

Ferramentas

Large Language Models

Retrieval Augmented Generation

Knowledge Graphs

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Post Context

The Joint Analysis and Lessons Learned Centre (JALLC) is NATO's Centre dedicated to support Alliance-wide implementation and sustainment of NATO's lesson learned (LL) policy and to improve NATO's ability to operate and adapt, through LL analysis, training, advising and assessment activities enabling the establishment of effective lessons learned capabilities across NATO.

The Office of Chief of Staff is responsible for managing all the activities of the staff.

Although positioned organizationally within the Office of the Chief of Staff, the incumbent provides data science, AI, and innovation support to the overall tasking of the JALLC, under supervision of the nominated Innovation Facilitator.

Principal Duties

• Develop and deliver in-house data science/AI solutions contributing to the digital transformation of JALLC, the NATO LL Capability, towards NATO 2030, in particular connected to the 3-year JALLC AI Research & Analysis Tool prototyping project in the NS SANDI Sandbox environment;
• Support and facilitate JALLC's annual cycle of Innovation Project planning and management;
• Lead, or participate in JALLC Innovation Project teams;
• Lead, or participate in Innovation Project tasks including project/problem/requirements definition, planning, management, research/analysis, technical delivery, and report writing;
• Advise JALLC Innovation Facilitator and Innovation Project leads on technical aspects of JALLC's Innovation Projects;
• Conduct market research to identify and recommend appropriate solution providers for JALLC Innovation Projects;
• Develop statements of work, and when appropriate, act as Contracting Officer Technical Representative for contracts under the JALLC Innovation Plan;
• Represent JALLC's interests in data science, AI, and innovation-related NATO meetings and groups;
• Build relationships and work closely with staff with similar responsibilities from across NATO, Allies and Partners.

Essential Qualifications / Experience

• University Degree in information technology, economics, statistics, operations research or related discipline and 4 years post related experience, or Higher Secondary education and completed advanced vocational training in that discipline leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 5 years post related and 2 years function related experience.
• Five years related professional experience, which encompasses three years developing and deploying data science or AI solutions and one year managing projects and contracts.
• Three years' experience developing and deploying data science and AI solutions using Python.
• Recent training/professional development/experience in the latest available tools for processing language, specifically: Large Language Models, Natural Language Processing Models, Retrieval Augmented Generation and Knowledge Graphs.
• Training and experience in design thinking and innovation management.
• One year experience planning and managing Innovation Projects.
• One year experience developing and managing contracts and contractors.

Language

English - SLP 3333 - (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing)

Desirable Qualifications / Experience

• Experience working as an innovation manager.
• Related Masters degree.
• French SLP 1111 (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing)

Attributes/Competencies

• Clarity and Accuracy: Double-checks the accuracy of work received or given. Checks own work and ensures the quality of service provided. Monitors quality of others' work. Checks to see that procedures are followed;
• Conceptual Thinking: Takes complex ideas or problems and translates them into clear, simple and understandable concepts. Can handle incomplete, missing or ambiguous information. Develops new concepts and explores new approaches in order to explain situations or resolve problems. Starts new lines of thought aimed at reaching key objectives;
• Flexibility: Works effectively in a changing environment. Adapts to change by actively revising own behaviors, methods and priorities. Applies procedures flexibly, where context allows, in order to get a job done or to meet agreed objectives;
• Leadership: Takes specific actions and creates the conditions that enable the team to function optimally and perform at its best.
• Team work: Focuses on resolving problems, rather than blaming others. Displays willingness to learn from others, including subordinates and peers. Solicits ideas and opinions to shape specific decisions or plans;
• Impact and Influence: Carefully prepares information and supporting arguments in anticipation of others’ reactions. Adapts a presentation or discussion to appeal to the interests and work environment of others. Calculates the impact of actions, words etc. on the audience and selects language and examples which are appropriate to the situation and level of staff dealt with;
• Empathy: Relates well to people of diverse backgrounds. Can see things from someone else's perspective. Invites exchanges and expresses interest in others to understand them better;
• Good health and a willingness to work outside of the normal office environment (e.g. on military units) and hours are essential. Will work on their own initiative within the scope of the general requirements set by management personnel.

Managerial Responsibilities

The post has considerable management responsibilities within the context of the JALLC Innovation Framework. The post is supervised by the nominated Innovation Facilitator, and reports to the Chief of Staff. The post is responsible for leading Innovation Project teams and managing technical solutions developed for JALLC.

Professional Contacts

The post will maintain an active network of professional contacts throughout NATO and beyond to maintain up-to-date skills and knowledge. The post will represent JALLC in innovation related events and groups, including at the senior level, and with direct engagement with national representatives via NATO committees and groups. The post is not authorized to take decisions that commit the organization or organizational resources.

Contribution to Objectives

The post directly contributes to the JALLC strategic objective Anchored to the Future, thus preparing and enabling JALLC to meet its NATO 2030 commitments.

Security Clearance

The successful applicant will be required to apply for and receive a NATO SECRET Security Clearance prior to final confirmation of contract and commencement of employment.

Contract

This position is linked to a specific NATO project and is for a limited duration of 3 (three) years only. Serving NATO International Civilian staff will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations. Newly recruited staff will be offered a three year definite duration contract.

EEO Statement

NATO is committed to diversity and inclusion, and strives to provide equal access to employment, advancement and retention, independent of gender, age, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, cultural background, sexual orientation, and disability. NATO welcomes applications of nationals from all member Nations, and strongly encourages women to apply.

Application Deadline

This vacancy will close on 10 August 2026 @ 17:59hrs (EDT)/11:59hrs (CEST).