TERM
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Full-time
JOB DESCRIPTION
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FAST is currently seeking an outstanding candidate for the position of AI Engineer/ Task Lead to participate in projects related to Artificial Intelligence and Data Science; to form and lead R&D teams; to generate and initially validate the ideas for R&D projects. The candidate will also be involved in training staff and conscripts. The position requires broad technical skills in machine learning, databases, big data analysis, project management.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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- Work on the generation and exploration of novel ideas for data science/AI/ML applications in military and civilian sectors;
- Work on developing state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms;
- Build predictive models using machine learning algorithms;
- Collaborate with engineering and product development units;
- Participate in data mining using up-to-date methods;
- Process, analyze, interpret, and visualize large amounts of information using data visualization techniques;
- Communicate results and ideas to key decision-makers;
- Write reports and present results to the team and the leadership of FAST;
- Perform literature reviews;
- Serve as a scientific expert for both internal and external parties;
- Participate in data science syllabus creation and conduct training.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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- Bachelor's or master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics or an adjacent field;
- Experience or familiarity with R&D or IT project management;
- Familiarity with a programming language (e.g. Python, R, Matlab) for scientific computing;
- Familiarity with large-scale and high throughput data processing and analysis;
- Ability to search, analyze, and utilize scientific literature;
- Military experience will be considered as a plus;
- Scientifically creative thinker with a visionary, optimistic outlook;
- Outstanding teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills;
- A strong self-starter and independent thinker.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
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All interested candidates are kindly requested to submit their CV to:
hr@fast.foundation indicating the title of the position ("AI Engineer/ Task Lead") in the subject line of the e-mail. FAST is grateful to all interested applicants; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.
Please clearly mention in your application letter that you learned of this job opportunity through Career Center and mention the URL of its website - www.careercenter.am, Thanks.
ABOUT
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The RA Ministry of Defense, Foundation for Armenian Science and Technology (FAST) and High-Tech Cybersecurity Foundation have signed a memorandum of understanding to herald the start of the partnership in the frame of "Unit 1991" platform. The aim of the Program is to provide opportunities for continuing education, development, and advancement of professional skills for inductees in the Armed Forces of Armenia. It is envisioned to implement R&D projects and analyses to reach short-term, as well as mid- and long-term goals. Within the framework of the collaboration, FAST has launched Pre-Army Education and Training Program in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence for young people of respective age, to let the soldiers-to-be get prepared for the service in the unit.