Staff Scientist – Embedded AI (all genders)
Festanstellung, Vollzeit · LINZ
Your future responsibilities
We are looking for an experienced Team Lead and drive high quality, industry-relevant research for the implementation of machine learning and signal processing algorithms and associated electronic sensor solutions.
Your Leadership responsibilities
- Lead a diverse team of 8–10 scientists within the Embedded Artificial Intelligence group of the Intelligent Wireless Systems Division, focusing on machine learning and signal processing across various domains and applications.
- Shape the research agenda and project portfolio in collaboration with team members, peers, and the Head of Research Unit
- Drive innovative solutions through effective team leadership and expert coordination. .
- Manage resource planning and allocation for the research team
Your Scientific responsibilities
- Acquisition and leading of research projects with various industrial and academic partners, as well as proposals for national and international funding.
- Working in research projects and support the team with long-term experience in relevant fields
- Supervising the team to generate high quality research outputs, scientific excellence and economic impact.
- Close cooperation and support of academic and industrial project partners in collaborative research projects.
- Supervision of BSc, MSc, and PhD students.
- Publication and presentation of research results in scientific journals, international conferences, international summits, scientific committees and relevant events.
Your profile
- PhD in in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Applied Physics, Computer Engineering or related fields with a specialization in digital IC design for machine learning or signal processing applications.
- At least 6 years of practical experience in one or more of the above areas.
- Proven track record of at least 3 years of team leadership experience in industry or research.
- Social abilities to inspire, develop and motivate young scientists and researchers to perform at their best.
- Well organized and enjoys working in a dynamic and multicultural team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. German is an advantage.
Important Facts about SAL
- Diversified research activities with plenty of technical challenges.
- State-of-the-art lab facilities and instruments.
- Internal and external training opportunities for further development.
- Home Office possible.
- € 4 per day food allowance in restaurants or € 2 per day in supermarkets.
- Family & kids friendly.
- Free coffee/milk/tea & fresh fruits.
- Start: as soon as possible.
This position is subject to the Collective Agreement for employees in non-university research (Research CA) in occupational group G (G1 salary = EUR 5.546, paid 14 times a year). Your actual salary depends on your experience and qualifications. We offer a gross salary in the range between EUR 85.000 to EUR 120.000 (annual, based on an All-in contract and bonus). Become part of Silicon Austria Labs
Silicon Austria Labs (SAL) has been founded to be a top European research center for electronic-based systems. The Division Power Electronics cooperates with world leading scientific and industrial partners to provide technologies for the power electronic systems of tomorrow.
About us
Silicon Austria Labs (SAL) is a top research center for Electronics and Software Based Systems (ESBS). At three locations (Graz, Villach, Linz), SAL is conducting research along the entire ESBS value chain in the areas of sensor systems, power electronics, intelligent wireless systems, microsystems and embedded systems to develop future-oriented solutions for industrial production, health, energy, mobility, safety and more. SAL brings together key players from industry, science and research and thus valuable expertise and know-how and conducts cooperative, application-oriented research along the value chain. Cooperative projects are co-financed by SAL and enable a fast and unbureaucratic project start. SAL is thus shaping the high-tech location Austria and Europe and developing the future Innovation is our top priority and so are our employees. We are a family-friendly company and support the compatibility of work and family as much as possible. That is why we have been awarded the Work and Family Certificate until 2026. But we are constantly working on new measures to offer our employees an environment where they feel good, healthy and motivated.
