Junior Researcher Computer Vision & Machine Learning in a Cultural Context (m/f/d) (30-40 h)

What you will be working on

• You conduct research within the framework of applied and basic research projects on Computer Vision (CV) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in interdisciplinary problem settings of film studies and art history
• As part of a team, you develop methods for the automatic analysis and classification of images and videos as well as interactive visual interfaces for the AI-supported search and analysis of large multimedia corpora
• You support the writing of scientific publications, presentations, and scientific research project proposals
• You have ambitions to pursue a dissertation / doctoral thesis and support teaching

What we expect from you

• Master degree in Computer Science (or comparable technical degree) or in the Digital Humanities
• Comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in CV & AI with a special focus on at least one of the following areas:
  • Computer Vision & Visual Retrieval (Python, OpenCV; libraries such as Tensorflow/PyTorch)
  • Human-Centred AI & Visual Analytics (HTML, CSS, JavaScript; libraries such as D3.js/FLASK/VueJS)
• Excellent command of English / willingness to learn German (for non-natives)
• Curiosity, independent working style, interest in questions of AI and the Digital Humanities

What we offer

• Exciting and challenging interdisciplinary research projects on Computer Vision & AI and Digital Heritage
• Unlimited contract (30-40 hours/week) in an innovative, family-friendly, and internationally oriented environment
• Flexible working hours and remote work (from home or other places in Austria); less than 30 min. from Vienna
• Comprehensive continuous education programme and possibility to shape your own research agenda
• Professional and personal growth in an ambitious and achievement-oriented environment + mentoring
• A total gross annual salary that takes your qualifications into account: at least € 46,010,- according to the FWF, Austrian Science Fund (basis: 40 h/week); no all-in contract

The St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences considers the diversity of its employees as the key to innovation, success, and further development. We invite qualified women in particular to apply. Given equal qualification, applicants with disabilities are given preferential consideration. Applications from persons with a migration background are explicitly welcome. We are looking forward to receiving your application!