PostDoc on Machine Learning - Knowledge Graph - (2200005O)

Commitment & contract: PostDoc (Collaborator)

Location: Venice (Italy)

ABOUT US

At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarters are strictly interconnected with the other 11 centers around Italy and two outstations based in the US. We promote excellence in basic and applied research such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, nanotechnology, materials for a truly multidisciplinary scientific experience.

YOUR TEAM

You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where computational scientists (Machine Learning, Computer Vision, image processing, big data and high-performance computing), material engineers, chemists, physicists, digital humanists and archaeologists collaborate, each with their own expertise, to carry out common research.

The Centre for Cultural Heritage Technology (CCHT) in Venice is coordinated by Dr Arianna Traviglia, who has extensive experience in mediating the inclusion of technology within the study and protection of Cultural Heritage. Research at CCHT focuses on promoting cutting-edge technologies and approaches for analysis and preservation of Cultural Heritage. This includes ML/CV-based approaches to discover and monitor archaeological sites, digitise heritage objects using automated approaches and automatically transcribe ancient texts.

At the Centre, you will be working in the framework of EC Horizon Europe RITHMS project (GA 101073932). RITHMS intends to boost the operational capacity of Police and Customs/Border Authorities in addressing the illicit trafficking of cultural goods through multidisciplinary research, technological innovation, outreach and training. The project will develop a digital platform able to identify criminal organized networks using information available on the internet and other open sources of information and applying approaches derived from Social Network Analysis (SNA).

As a team member, your main responsibilities will be to support and contribute to the development of the Knowledge Graph deriving from the datasets implemented during the project and feeding RITHMS SNA platform.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ph.D. in computer science or a related field with specialisation in Machine Learning (ML);

• Experience working with heterogenous datasets and documented knowledge of technologies for the creation and the storage of knowledge graphs (Neo4j);

• Documented experience in the implementation of ML methods for the analysis of knowledge graphs;

• Proficiency with Python;

• Experience on Deep Learning algorithms and relevant platforms (PyTorch or TensorFlow);

• Proficiency in English language (written and oral).

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Experience on unsupervised or semi-supervised Deep Neural Networks, such as autoencoders and Graph Neural Networks (GNNs);

• Experience in grant proposal preparation at National and/or European level.

• Good communication skills

• Strong problem-solving attitude

• High motivation to learn

• Spirit of innovation and creativity

• Good at time and priority management

• Ability to work in a challenging and international environment

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• Competitive salary package for international standards

• Private health care coverage (depending on your role and contract)

• Wide range of staff discounts

• Candidates from abroad or Italian citizens who permanently work abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years.

 WHAT’S IN FOR YOU?

• An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us!

• We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs.

• If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you! There’s a specialised team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation.

• If you are a start-upper or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide your attitude and aspirations.

• If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society.

• Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in. They define us and our actions in our everyday life and guide us to accomplish IIT mission. We stick to our values!

If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply!

Please submit your application using the online form and including

• a detailed CV with a publications’ list

• university transcripts

• cover letter (outlining motivation, experience and qualifications)

• contact details of 2 references.

the call will remain open until the position is filled (we recommend to apply as soon as possible).

The position is pending contract signature.

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