Job Description
Postdoctoral Researcher– Machine Learning for Edge AI Systems Tyndall National Institute, a research flagship of University College Cork, is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join its team. The successful candidate will work on integrating machine learning techniques into self-adaptive IoT systems for energy optimization. **Key Responsibilities:** • Develop novel machine learning algorithms and approaches to drive the established research agenda in edge AI. • Design, implement, test, and document new innovative algorithms/methods for self-adaptive ML-based IoT systems. • Collaborate with research partners and stakeholders at a technical level. • Manage communication with relevant parties. • Validate reliability and performance under laboratory conditions. • Work efficiently with other team members in software, hardware, and testing development. • Carry out administrative tasks to ensure project deliverables and milestones are achieved. • Participate in education and public engagement activities. • Contribute to IP activities in partnership with the Office of Technology Transfer. • Ensure all activities are compliant with the Tyndall Quality Management system and Health and Safety standards. **Essential Criteria:** • PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or related area. • 1-2 years of experience in implementing machine learning algorithms on IoT devices or resource-constrained devices. • Proficiency in Matlab, C, and Python. • Deep knowledge of math, probability, statistics, and algorithms. • Experience with lab equipment and a willingness to adapt to a multidisciplinary field. • Strong publication record. **Desirable Criteria:** • Prior experience in industry, scientific paper writing, conference presentation, and report writing. • Past experience in interacting with business stakeholders. • Ability to work unassisted to a tight schedule. • Demonstrated capability in delivering research projects. • Capability of working effectively within a team to achieve results. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Self-motivation, initiative, and being achievement-oriented. **About the Project:** This project focuses on integrating machine learning techniques into self-adaptive IoT systems for energy optimization. The successful candidate will take a hands-on role in the day-to-day execution of technical research tasks and will be responsible for scientific dissemination. **About Tyndall National Institute:** Tyndall National Institute is a research flagship of University College Cork and an internationally recognized European research centre in integrated ICT. With a network of over 200 industry partners and customers worldwide, Tyndall is focused on delivering human and economic impact from excellence in research. **Salary and Benefits:** Appointment will be made on the IUA Postdoctoral Researcher Scale €44,347 - €50,805 based on qualification and experience. Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy.