Data scientist

Functie­omschrijving

Are you an ambitious data scientist with a PhD and a passion for AI-driven innovation? Join the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) Datalab, where a team of data science experts explores data-driven advancements. With recent improvements in spatial and temporal resolution of KNMI's weather models and the rise of large language models, we are pioneering personalized weather forecasts. Imagine using advanced AI to create tailored weather messages based on individual locations, enhancing the effectiveness of localized weather information, especially warnings. Be part of our team and push the boundaries of weather technology.

What will you be doing?

As a Data Scientist, you will develop meteorological text generation capabilities, bridging KNMI's numerical weather prediction systems with text-based data products like the 'basisverwachting'. You'll ensure generated messages adhere to meteorological terminology in collaboration with the KNMI weather room. Exploring personalization, you'll create weather forecast and warning messages tailored to specific locations. Your efforts will culminate in a proof of concept model, enhancing the dissemination of weather information.

You will join the RDWD Datalab team, leveraging your data science skills and network of experts. You will implement novel data engineering and machine learning techniques with creativity and craftsmanship. You will actively scout new data science and AI technologies, participate in conferences, and publish your findings.

Additionally, you'll share your knowledge through presentations, demos, and tools, fostering a creative and inspiring work environment as a proactive team player.

This gives you energy

Thriving on innovative challenges and finding satisfaction in connecting advanced weather prediction systems with user-friendly data products will define your role at KNMI. The work directly impacts public safety through personalized weather forecasts and warnings. Working alongside the KNMI weather room and collaborate with your data science colleagues teams provides you with an engaging and energizing environment with lots of opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Would you like to know more?

We understand that you might want to learn more about this position. Therefore, feel free to contact Philippe Steeghs, manager, at 06-11591395. He will be happy to assist you!

Our unique task is the gathering of information about the atmosphere and the subsurface and the translation of that information to risks for society.

Would you like to learn more about how we strive to make our high-quality knowledge and information in the area of weather, climate, and seismology operationally available? You'll read more about it on our website.

Functie-eisen

• PhD (or Master) in computer science, natural language processing, machine learning or other relevant area
• At least 2 - 5 years of applied research experience in the domains of machine learning and natural language processing
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn)
• Programming skills that include data analytics languages (e.g., Python, R) and working with high-performance computing platforms
• Good communication skills and experience in consulting stakeholders and end users from different domains and disciplines to obtain their essential requirements and ideas and be able to transform those into practical and efficient working solutions
• Fluent in written and spoken English and preferably Dutch to be able to evaluate textual results generated during this project
  
  
  

Je herkent je in de volgende eigenschappen:-

You have experience with modelling complex problems using AI/ML methods and tools and you are comfortable working in a context of big data analytics. You have a solid base in natural language processing and affinity with spatio-temporal data, and you know how to develop proof of concepts to turn data into tangible results. You bring a passion for weather and AI to the job. Finally, you are curious, proactive, and a fast learner who can quickly master new areas of knowledge.

Arbeids­voorwaarden

• Salaris­niveau schaal 11
• Maand­salaris Min €4.024 - Max. €6.110 (bruto)
• Dienst­verband Arbeidsovereenkomst voor bepaalde tijd
• Contract­duur 2 jaar
• Minimaal aantal uren per week 32
• Maximaal aantal uren per week 36
  
  
  

Overige arbeids­voorwaarden

Plenty of growth and development opportunities

The central government attaches great importance to personal growth and career development and offers numerous opportunities for this. These include attending training courses and obtaining certifications. We also offer career coaching if you need it.

Interesting extras

In addition to your salary, you receive an individual choice budget (IKB) consisting of vacation pay of 8% and an annual end-of-year bonus. This IKB consists of money (16.50% of your gross annual salary) and/or time. With the IKB you make the choices that suit you and you can compose part of your terms of employment yourself. For example, you can have part of your monthly income paid out whenever you wish, convert the IKB into leave or spend it on tax-friendly objectives. Our other fringe benefits include company fitness and full reimbursement of your commuting expenses.

Bijzonderheden

• apply immediately, we look forward to it! A first meeting can take place soon
• once we have found the right candidate, we close the vacancy
• obtaining references can be part of the application process. An (online) pre-selection test, an assessment, making a case and (online) screening via databases, among others, can be part of the application process.
  
  
  

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.

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