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“Are you passionate about solving real-world problems with advances in machine learning?
Do you like working in the intersection of ML and driving its application to various domains?
Do you like large datasets and think out of the box for novel solutions?
Then this is the right opportunity for you. The advanced technology team works on some of the most complex problems in applied machine learning. I am looking to add an associate machine learning scientist to the team who is enthusiastic about solving a unique challenge in the field of agronomics using natural language processing and machine learning. ”
- Talat Iqbal Syed, Product Lead, Advanced Technology
One of Canada’s three main institutes for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, our world-renowned researchers drive fundamental and applied research at the University of Alberta (and other academic institutions), training some of the world’s top scientific talent. Our cross-functional teams work collaboratively with Alberta-based businesses and organizations to build AI capacity and translate scientific advancement into industry adoption and economic impact.
The Associate Machine Learning Scientist (AMLS) serves as a key member of the team and an active participant in maintaining Amii's reputation for scientific excellence and providing insight in their area of expertise.
The AMLS uses their scientific knowledge and applied research experience to direct the research and development efforts of Amii Industry Partners and Clients. They bridge the gap between business opportunities and ML techniques, providing scientific oversight on technical projects. They will work with Amii’s industrial partner on defining and refining machine learning projects and deliver on the project through iterative stages of the Machine Learning Process Lifecycle (MLPL). This includes making informed decisions about data requirements, literature surveys on potential methodologies, advanced modelling techniques and evaluation.
They will work closely with the rest of the team, including researchers, research scientists and lead scientists and collaborate to find innovative solutions to the business problem. They will support Amii's internal teams as subject matter experts based on their technical specialties and applied Machine Learning experience.
The role focuses on achieving excellence in two main accountabilities:
If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, then please don’t wait to apply! Please send your resume and cover letter indicating why you think you'd be a fit for Amii through the Indeed listing by October 17, 2021.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of application.
Amii is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and excellent workforce.
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