GATE develops research capacity and potential in Big Data and Artificial Intelligence, cultivating the next generation of leading scientists by expanding the existing research network and establishing long-term agreements with leading global organizations. The Institute builds sustainable stakeholder relationships, focusing on technological collaboration between government, industry, academia and non-governmental organizations towards Artificial Intelligence and smart decision-making models.

We use artificial intelligence for a better and safer life.

Be part of the future and participate in applied research that develops innovations in the field of big data and artificial intelligence in collaboration with the scientific community, business and government.

 

Experienced Researcher (Level 2)(R2)

Research Group: Smart Government

Disinformation NLP&ML

 

 

Your responsibilities:

• Designs and develops novel algorithms and models to tackle NLP challenges;
• Collecting and curating datasets for NLP research. Implements and trains NLP models using the collected data;
• Incorporation of Deep Learning to enhance NLP tasks;
• Designs, implements and supports complex data models data in the domain of social media analysis;
• Develops solutions for extracting data from different sources: text documents, relational data bases, etc.
• Develops models which help in the analysis of social media content;
• Teaches in programs in the domain of analysis of natural language and social media contents;
• Participates in research on methods for analysis and content analysis in Bulgarian and other languages;
• Develops ontologies to present the data semantics;
• Contributes to the academic community by publishing their findings in conferences and journals;
• Keeps themselves up to date with the newest technological trends.

Requirements:

• PhD in one of the following areas: Computer Science, Natural Language Processing, Computational Linguistics or a related field. Alternatively, a Master’s degree in one of these fields and at least 4 years of experience in this field in industry or academia;
• Proven software development experience;
• Good programming skills in Python;
• Proven experience with Machine Learning (ML) frameworks and libraries such as Tensorflow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, Numpy;
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work on many activities;
• Interests in working on interdisciplinary research projects involving participants from different organizations and nationalities;
• Good written and oral communication and presentation skills, prioritizing of tasks, motivation to discover new approaches in AI development;
• Fluency in English;

 

Advantages will be:

• Experience with (or interest to learn) to use cloud platforms for model development and model’s deployment such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure;
• Experience with (or interest to learn) to use one or more of the following: Jupyter Notebook, Google Colab, and GitHub/GitLab;
• Experience in one or more of the following: automatic fact-checking, disinformation detection, text classification, named entity recognition, large language models, emotions detection/sentiment analysis;
• Experience with ML models testing and improvement;
• Academic and other results demonstrated in the form of scientific publications and/or public repositories such as GitHub/Zenodo;

Our offer:

• You will have the freedom to conduct research in any area within the scope and priorities of GATE, creating new visions for the future
• You will be provided with numerous opportunities for learning, knowledge exchange and career development, locally and internationally
• Your research will be supported by an advanced research infrastructure, comprising of the GATE platform and Open Innovation Labs
• You will have a flexible work schedule and, modern and appealing work environment, stirring up creativity and productivity;
• Competitive working conditions and a salary commensurate with your skills and experience

 

How to apply

Please send your contact data and files with personal documents on our Application Form – Gate (gate-ai.eu)  till July 22^nd 2024:

• Cover/motivation letter that explains the motivating factors for considering the position (max. 2  pp),
• CV,
• Copies of diplomas for completed education and certificates of qualification,
• Two references letters or personal recommendations, arranged by applicants and directly submitted by the letter or provided as contact data in the cover letter
• As an attachment to your application please sign and enclose the following declaration:
  I agree to the processing of my personal data included in this application for the needs necessary to carry out the recruitment.

Stages of the contest:

1.The Selection Committee reviews the documents, submitted by the candidates and selects those meeting the requirements of the job, as described in the job profile. The selected candidates will be informed by July 22^nd 2024.

2.Interviews will be held with the selected applicants until July 26^th 2024.

3.All interviewed candidates will be notified in writing.

4.The successful candidate will be offered a labour contract.

 

Additional information on the site www.gate-ai.eu or contact us on: 

By applying for these positions, you voluntarily provide your personal data and consent to be processed for the purpose of recruitment and selection of personnel. The processing of your personal data shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Personal Data Protection Law and related legal acts in Bulgaria.

GATE Institute “Big Data for a Smart Society” is a research institute established in 2019 in Sofia, Bulgaria as a joint initiative between Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski“, Chalmers University of Technology and Chalmers Industrial Technology (CIT) Research Institute, Sweden.

The mission of GATE is to:

• Develop and conduct research and innovation in Big Data and Artificial Intelligence.
• Create an ecosystem by being the link between academia, government institutions and industry in Big Data and Artificial Intelligence.
• Serve as a catalyst for high value-added economic growth based on innovation, digitization and entrepreneurship in Big Data and Artificial Intelligence across a range of economic sectors.

GATE creates added value in the following four strategic application areas:

• Future Cities
• Smart Government
• Smart Industry
• Digital Health

In connection with a planned development, the GATE Institute is seeking to appoint a Director to manage and mentor the scientific, administrative and financial activities of GATE.

 

Director of GATE Institute

 

Responsibilities and duties of the position

• Implementing and monitoring the implementation of the Board’s decisions by effectively managing the day-to-day operations of the Institute.
• Organizing and leading the Institute’s initiatives, ensuring flawless execution of contractual commitments.
• Initiating proposals for the conclusion, modification and termination of employment contracts of the administrative, technical and research staff of the Institute.
• Seeking to improve the qualifications of the team, encouraging collaborative working and creating excellent working conditions.
• Preparing an annual report on the Institute’s activities and submitting it to the Governing Board for approval.
• Communicating and building sustainable relationships with partner and public organizations.
• Responsible for the effective functioning of the quality management system.
• Ensuring that financial resources are spent appropriately.

 

 

 

Requirements for applicants

• University degree
• Authoritative researcher

 

Additional requirements giving priority to the application

• Education and academic achievements
  • University degree in science, mathematics and computer science or similar area.
  • Doctorate or PhD.
  • Academic position – associate professor or professor.

 

• Professional experience
• Minimum of 15 years’ professional experience and seniority.
• Minimum of 10 years’ seniority and professional experience in a management position.
• Proven track record in research with publications in internationally recognized publications.
• Experience in leading European and national research projects.
• Established contacts with international scientific institutions and participation in international projects and consortia.

 

• Other requirements
• Proficiency of the English language.
• Problem solving skills in a dynamic environment.
• Strategic planning and decision-making skills.
• Clear vision of the institute’s development and ability to formulate and implement long-term strategic goals.

 

• Personal profile
• High ethical standards and commitment to scientific integrity and transparency.
• Results orientation.
• Analytical thinking.

 

Our offer

• Management position with professional social and economic impact.
• Leadership of a leading research institute with challenging research and innovation projects.
• Numerous opportunities for international collaboration, knowledge exchange and further professional development at the highest level.
• Access to a well-developed research infrastructure.
• Work in a modern and attractive environment supporting creativity and productivity.
• Work with a young, motivated and positive team.
• Attractive remuneration for your responsibilities, strong skills and experience.

How to apply

Please submit your application details and documents by 07.07.2024 using one of the following methods:

• To e-mail:
• By courier/post to 5, James Bourchier Blvd, GATE Institute
• In person at 5, James Bourchier Blvd, GATE Institute

Documents proving that you are a reputable researcher

• Current CV
• Cover letter revealing your interest in the position (max. 2 pp)
• A mandate programme (for duration of 5 years) in which the candidate describes his/her vision for the development of the Institute;
• List of publications;
• Copy of diplomas, certificates and qualifications;
• A copy of a document certifying work experience and professional experience in the specified field
• Copies of documents certifying additional qualifications, specialization, foreign language skills and competence;
• Written references relating to employment and professional qualifications, containing the name, address and telephone number of the recommender (if the applicant so wishes);
• Other documents at your discretion;
• A signed and scanned declaration, which includes the following text:

I consent to my personal data being collected, processed and stored in connection with my current application for the position of Director.

 

Stages of the competition

1. Examination of the documents submitted by the candidates and admission to the procedure of those meeting the requirements set out in the notice. The successful candidates will be informed by 07.07.2024.
2. Interviews with all eligible candidates will be held on  11.07.2024.
3. All interviewed candidates will be informed of the outcome of the competition.
4. The successful candidate will be appointed on a contract basis.
5. For further information, please see our website www.gate-ai.eu and contact us at:

By applying for these positions, you voluntarily provide your personal data and consent to the processing of such data for recruitment and selection purposes. The processing of your personal data is carried out in accordance with the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Personal Data Protection Act and related regulations in Bulgaria.

DIANA (Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic) is a network of administrative, testing and analysis centres to help find solutions to critical transatlantic security technology challenges, making collaboration between industry, start-ups and academia even closer. The GATE Institute is a testbed in the field of big data and artificial intelligence. If you have a passion for science, innovation and a desire to make a difference – this is your opportunity!

 

Responsibilities

 

• Ensuring the processes for searching and attracting companies to test their products within the DIANA accelerator.
• Identify technologies and manufacturers that can participate in the DIANA Accelerator and establish communication with them.
• Determine the tasks and resources needed to implement the testing activities.
• Participation in the preparation of business plans, budgets and other documents for project implementation.
• Analyzing the progress of the test activities and taking measures to correct deviations.
• Arranging business negotiations with NATO and interested companies.
• Preparation of periodic reports and maintenance of information databases.

 

Education and Experience Required

 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in management, logistics or other related field. Knowledge and experience in international relations will be an advantage;
• At least 3 years of professional experience in a similar position.

 

Required Expertise

 

• Additional specialization in planning, management and reporting of projects with European and national public funding is an advantage;
• Excellent oral and written English language skills;
• Proficiency in MS Office;
• Team player with great interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong self-motivation, results orientation, organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Strong negotiation skills when working with partners and contractors;
• Time management skills and ability to work under pressure.

 

Our offer

 

• Work in an innovative, multicultural environment, with opportunities for acquisition of diverse experience and professional development
• Upon the move to the new premises of GATE – modern and appealing work environment, stirring up creativity and productivity
• Competitive working conditions and salary commensurate with your skills and experience.

 

How to apply

Please send your contact data and files with personal documents on our Application Form – Gate (gate-ai.eu)  until  June 21^st 2024:

• Cover/motivation letter that explains the motivating factors for considering the position (max. 1 pp)
• CV
• Copies of diplomas for completed education and certificates of qualification
• Copies of documents certifying past work experience in the relevant field
• Two references letters or personal recommendations, arranged by applicants and directly submitted by the letter or provided as contact data in the cover letter
• As an attachment to your application please sign and enclose the following declaration:
  I consent to my personal data being collected, processed, and stored in connection with my current application for the position of Project Manager.

Additional information on the site www.gate-ai.eu or contact us on: 

By applying for these positions, you voluntarily provide your personal data and consent to be processed for the purpose of recruitment and selection of personnel. The processing of your personal data shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Personal Data Protection Law and related legal acts in Bulgaria.

Recruiting stages

 

1. Evaluation of the documents submitted by the candidates and admission to the procedure of those meeting the requirements set out in the notice. The successful candidates will be informed by 206.2024.
2. An interview with the successful candidates will take place until 06.2024
3. All interviewed candidates will be informed of the outcome of the competition.
4. The selected candidates will be appointed on a contract basis.

 

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