AI Research Scientist - Computer Vision

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Research facilities

Conference attendance support

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an AI Research Scientist specializing in Computer Vision to join its Durban-based research team. You will explore, develop, and implement novel AI algorithms for visual data analysis and publish findings in leading venues.

The role offers collaboration with world-class scientists, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities to contribute to patents and international conferences. Relocation support may be available for exceptional candidates.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with a focus on computer vision.
• Strong publication record in top-tier AI/CV conferences and journals.
• Expertise in deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and Python.
• Hands-on experience with computer vision techniques and OpenCV.
• Proven ability to conduct independent research and contribute effectively to team projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental and applied research in computer vision and deep learning.
• Develop and implement state-of-the-art algorithms for image recognition, object detection, and image generation.
• Design and execute experiments to validate research hypotheses and measure model performance.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prototype and deploy research-driven solutions.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI research and contribute to publications and patents.

Skills

Deep learning

Computer vision

Python

Research experience

Education

PhD in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering with CV focus

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

OpenCV

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a passionate and innovative AI Research Scientist specializing in Computer Vision to join their cutting-edge research team in Durban. This role is centered around exploring, developing, and implementing novel AI algorithms and models that push the boundaries of visual data analysis. You will contribute to groundbreaking research projects, collaborate with a team of world-class scientists and engineers, and publish your findings in leading academic and industry venues. If you are driven by intellectual curiosity and a desire to solve challenging problems in artificial intelligence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental and applied research in computer vision and deep learning.
• Develop and implement state-of-the‑art algorithms for image recognition, object detection, and image generation.
• Design and execute experiments to validate research hypotheses and measure model performance.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prototype and deploy research-driven solutions.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI research and contribute to publications and patents.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on computer vision.
• Strong publication record in top‑tier AI/CV conferences and journals.
• Expertise in deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and Python programming.
• Hands‑on experience with computer vision techniques and libraries (e.g., OpenCV).
• Proven ability to conduct independent research and contribute effectively to team projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with research performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art research facilities and computational resources.
• Support for attending international conferences and workshops.
• Relocation assistance may be available for exceptional candidates.