Researcher Artificial intelligence

As a Researcher in Artificial Intelligence (AI) at Wageningen Marine Research, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our projects in the marine domain. We envision that you harness the power of AI, specifically in computer vision applications, as well as sensor technology to enhance fisheries, aquaculture and ecological research. Your work at Wageningen Marine Research will contribute to cutting-edge solutions. You will be optimizing data acquisition and analysis, and you will help foster innovation in marine science. Through recent technological advancements Wageningen Marine Research can now enhance monitoring campaigns on increasingly larger (temporal and spatial) scales, using a broad variety of sensors such as various optical and acoustic sensors, radars and remotely operated or autonomous carrying platforms, e.g. (underwater) drones. As an applied research institute, one of our roles is to translate raw collected data (i.e., field data) into scientific data and useful information for marine resource managers and policymakers. To support this translation and take the next step, we are looking for an AI Researcher who will join our Marine Vision and Robotics team.

In this role:

• You will work on several projects focusing on a range of fields within the marine science domain, such as fisheries, aquaculture and ecology;
• Your work will contribute to cutting-edge solutions, optimizing data acquisition and analysis, and fostering innovation in marine science;
• You enjoy working on topics related to the marine environment, developing real-life solutions and you thrive in multidisciplinary environments;
• You are part of the WUR-wide Vision and Robotics (V+R) team;
• You collaborate in multi-disciplinary research projects;
• You are involved in the entire project lifecycle, from the initial project idea to client meetings, discussions with the project team, various research phases within the project, to the delivery of final results;
• You work on multiple projects simultaneously as part of a contract research registration;

You have the opportunity to learn many new things and make a personal contribution to innovations as part of the project team;

You will work here
Wageningen Marine Research (WMR) is a leading research institute employing approximately 190 people. We do our work from three locations: IJmuiden, Den Helder and Yerseke. WMR works on field research, theoretical research, experimental research, data management and modelling. The institute has modern research facilities and is ISO 9001 certified. WMR is an organizational unit of Wageningen University & Research. Would you like more information about Wageningen Marine Research? View our website.

Requirements:

An enthusiastic and ambitious AI researcher/engineer with:

• A university degree in engineering (e.g. electrical, mechatronics, software, biosystems, aquatic technology, computer science). A Ph.D. is a plus but not required;
• Demonstrated skills in computer vision applications;
• Experience and skills in sensor technology, preferably applications in the field;
• Experience with design and building hardware is a plus;
• Personal interest in topics related to marine domain is an advantage;
• Strong programming skills and experience with Python are required; experience with other programming languages is a plus;
• You are flexible and enthusiastic about finding solutions, and skilled in working collaboratively to ensure project success;
• A social and creative personality;
• Good proficiency in English. In our international working environment, communication in English is common. This position requires at least language level C1, and preferably C2. Dutch is a plus but not required;
• Willingness to travel: the work will be conducted at various WUR locations, including Yerseke, Den Helder, IJmuiden, and Wageningen. International travel for conferences and meetings will also be part of this role.

You can see that there are plenty of challenges ahead of you. These challenges can also be seen as development opportunities. So if you do not yet have the track-record required in the vacancy, but do have solid work experience, we would also like to invite you to apply.

Salary Benefits:

Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:

• working hours that can be discussed and arranged so that they allow for the best possible work-life balance;
• the option to accrue additional compensation hours by working more, per week;
• sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave;
• there is a strong focus on vitality and you can make use of the sports facilities available on campus for a small fee;
• a fixed December bonus of 8,3%;
• excellent pension scheme.

In addition to these first-rate employee benefits, you will of course receive a good salary. We offer, depending on your experience, a competitive gross salary of between € 3.234,- and € 5.273,- for a full-time working week of 36 hours, in accordance with the CLA Wageningen Research (Hay profile WO Researcher 4/scale 10).

Wageningen University & Research offers plenty of opportunities for growth and development, with a strong internal recruitment policy and excellent training programmes.

Coming from abroad
WUR welcomes applications from international candidates. However, for applicants for this specific position from outside the EU/EFTA zone, immigration restrictions may apply based on Dutch and EU immigration laws. Such candidates may be eligible for an “orientation year” in the Netherlands or a visa as a “knowledge migrant”.

Wageningen University & Research is the university and research center for life sciences. The themes we deal with are relevant to everyone around the world and Wageningen, therefore, has a large international community and a lot to offer to international employees.

Because we expect you to work and live in the Netherlands our team of advisors on Dutch immigration procedures will help you with the visa application procedures for yourself and, if applicable, for your family. If you come with a partner, we offer a Dual Career group program organized by our Welcome Center. This program helps your partner to get familiar with the Dutch culture, labor market and assists your partner to find a job.

Feeling welcome also has everything to do with being well informed. Wageningen University & Research's International Community page contains practical information about what we can do to support international employees coming to Wageningen. Furthermore, our Welcome Center can assist you with any additional advice and information about for example housing, opening a bank account or schooling. Finally, certain categories of international staff may be eligible for a tax exemption on a part of their salary during the first five years in the Netherlands.

36 hours per week

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