FRI, Research Associate, Laboratory for Machine Learning and Language Technologies

Member UL: Faculty of Computer and Information Science, Večna pot 113, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Vacant post: Research Associate (H019007) Laboratory for Machine Learning and Language Technologies

Employment for:

• a fixed-term period, expected from June 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027, with part-time employment (5%) or supplementary work.

Conditions applicable to all vacant posts:

required education:

• PhD degree (previous one) in computer science, information systems and technologies or relevant technical disciplines,
• PhD degree (third Bologna cycle) in computer science, information systems and technologies or relevant technical disciplines;
• functional skills: innovation, organizational skills, communication skills
• valid academic title (habilitation): Research Associate or Assistant Professor

Short job description:

• Scientific research work.
• Organizing, coordinating, planning, and monitoring research activities (within the research group).
• Linking and coordinating research activities with other research institutions.
• Participating in the development of research programs and contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate study programs.
• Providing professional collaboration with clients commissioning research projects.
• Preparing research reports and technical studies.
• Ensuring safe and healthy working conditions for employees and students of the organizational unit, including appropriate training and instruction for persons handling hazardous substances, the use of personal protective equipment, and the implementation of other safety measures.
• Performing other duties falling within the broader professional scope of the position.

Detailed Description:

• Conducting scientific research and professional work related to research activities.
• Carrying out tasks within the employee’s field of expertise as assigned by the head of the organizational unit, as well as other duties falling within the broader professional scope of the position.

Application deadline: 18 May 2026

Application:

Candidates shall submit:

• curriculum Vitae (CV)
• proof of education (copy of diploma or degree certificate)

Candidates submit their application with required documentation to kadrovska@fri.uni-lj.si, adding »ZS LSUJT – rank_Name Surname«. They shall state the desired employment share.

The University of Ljubljana promotes gender equality in employment and work. The employment contract will be concluded with a candidate who meets the requirements for the position.

The University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Computer and Information Science, reserves the right, in accordance with contractual freedom under Article 24 of the Employment Relationships Act (ZDR-1), not to select a candidate even if they meet the requirements. The Faculty also reserves the right not to fill all advertised positions.

Contact person at the Faculty:

HR department

e-mail: kadrovska@fri.uni-lj.si