Senior AI Research Scientist - NLP Focus

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Research facilities

Hybrid work model

Richards Bay base

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior AI Research Scientist specializing in NLP to join our client’s Richards Bay base. The role offers a hybrid work model with in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, positioned in KwaZulu-Natal, ZA.

You will lead advanced NLP research, develop novel models, and mentor junior researchers to push language understanding and generation forward. Candidates should hold a Master’s or PhD in CS/AI/linguistics, strong publishing or project contributions, and hands-on

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Responsibilities

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a trailblazer in the field of Artificial Intelligence, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior AI Research Scientist with a specialization in Natural Language Processing (NLP) to join their innovative team. This role is based in the dynamic industrial hub of Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA . You will be instrumental in pushing the boundaries of AI capabilities, contributing to groundbreaking research, and developing cutting-edge solutions that leverage the power of language understanding and generation. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on challenging problems and make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving sector. Our client fosters a collaborative environment where ideas are valued, and continuous learning is encouraged. The position offers a hybrid work model, blending the benefits of in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced research in Natural Language Processing, including but not limited to, language modeling, sentiment analysis, machine translation, and text summarization.
• Develop, implement, and optimize novel AI algorithms and machine learning models for complex NLP tasks.
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate model performance, analyze results, and iterate on solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams of engineers, data scientists, and product managers to integrate AI solutions into production systems.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI, NLP, and machine learning through literature review and participation in conferences.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the team's knowledge sharing and technical growth.
• Document research findings, methodologies, and model architectures clearly and comprehensively.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Linguistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven track record of research and development in NLP, evidenced by publications or significant project contributions.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and experience with deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.
• Strong understanding of NLP techniques, algorithms, and libraries (e.g., spaCy, NLTK, Hugging Face Transformers).
• Experience with large-scale datasets and distributed computing environments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Employees benefit from comprehensive health insurance, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a stimulating work environment.
• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and tools is provided.
• The hybrid work model allows for a balanced work-life integration.
• Join a team that is shaping the future of AI from our base in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA .