AI Research Scientist

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Advanced computing resources

Medical aid and retirement fund

Conference opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in George, South Africa, seeks an AI Research Scientist to explore novel AI techniques and shape future products. The role blends on-site collaboration with remote flexibility, enabling deep engagement with challenging AI problems.

You will work on cutting-edge NLP, computer vision, and reinforcement learning, publish findings, and translate research into production-ready systems with the engineering team.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in CS, AI or related field with strong publication record.
• Expertise in NLP, CV or RL domains.
• Proficiency in Python and C++, and AI frameworks like PyTorch/TensorFlow.
• Experience with large-scale data processing and distributed computing.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced research in NLP, CV, or RL.
• Develop and prototype AI algorithms and validate experimentally.
• Publish findings in leading journals and present at conferences.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy research to production.
• Stay informed on emerging AI trends and identify opportunities for innovation.

Skills

NLP

Computer Vision

Reinforcement Learning

Python

C++

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Distributed Computing

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in CS/AI or related field with publication record

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative AI Research Scientist to join their cutting-edge team in George. This role is central to exploring and developing novel artificial intelligence techniques that will define future products and services. You will work within a collaborative environment, contributing to groundbreaking research and translating theoretical concepts into practical applications. The position offers a blend of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing for deep engagement with complex AI challenges and fostering a culture of scientific inquiry and discovery. Your work will directly impact the company's technological trajectory in the dynamic field of AI & Emerging Technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced research in areas such as natural language processing, computer vision, or reinforcement learning.
• Develop and prototype new AI algorithms and models, validating their effectiveness through rigorous experimentation.
• Publish research findings in leading academic journals and present at international conferences.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to transfer research breakthroughs into production-ready systems.
• Stay ahead of the curve on emerging AI trends and methodologies, identifying opportunities for innovation.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related field with a strong research publication record.
• Demonstrated expertise in at least one core AI domain (NLP, CV, RL, etc.).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, and relevant AI frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow).
• Experience with large-scale data processing and distributed computing environments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with research incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and collaboration.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and computing resources.
• Opportunities to attend and present at top AI conferences worldwide.