CALL 21-2026-1 – Research Position R2 in Sustainable AI

Organisation/Company Centre Tecnològic de Telecomunicacions de Catalunya (CTTC) Research Field Computer science Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 25 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37.5 Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Scientific and technical description of the activity to be carried out

The Sustainable Artificial Intelligence (SAI) research unit is seeking a highly motivated researcher (R2) to join our team with a permanent position . This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious researcher interested in advancing the state of the art in sustainable and trustworthy artificial intelligence. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of methodological and experimental machine learning approaches that can be efficiently implemented on both conventional computing platforms (CPU, GPU) and emerging computational paradigms, including neuromorphic computing and quantum technologies.

The position holder will actively support the research and experimental activities of the SAI Research Unit, including:

• Designing and developing innovative machine learning methods for sustainable and trustworthy AI.
• Conducting experimental research on AI solutions for pervasive systems and services.
• Supporting laboratory activities, proof-of-concept developments, and field trials.
• Contributing to the implementation and evaluation of AI models across conventional and unconventional hardware platforms.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in the execution of research projects and technology validation activities.

As part of the SAI Research Unit, the selected researcher will be expected to:

• Carry out high-quality fundamental and applied research in the fields of sustainable and trustworthy AI.
• Publish research results in leading international journals and top-tier conferences.
• Present research outcomes at international scientific events.
• Contribute to the organization of special sessions, workshops, and scientific dissemination activities related to the research topics of the unit.
• Participate in national and international collaborative research projects.

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic, energetic person, aiming at significantly improving his or her career perspectives in both public and private sectors. Competencies corresponding to the R2 professional category according to CTTC’s Professional Categories Policy.

• Required
  • PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Signal Processing, or related field (at the time of signing the contract) (10 points)
  • Knowledge in machine learning theory (10 points)
• Valuable
  • Knowledge in Python (pytorch, tensorflow, CUDA) and/or Julia (10 points)
  • Hands-on experience with different processing units (5 points)
  • Preparation of demos or proofs-of-concept (5 points)
  • Publication record and communication skills (3 points)
  • Demonstrated contributions to open-source libraries (3 points)

Even if you do not meet all the technical requirements, we encourage you to apply.

The candidates’ past performance but also future potential will be considered as criteria for selecting researchers.

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

• We offer a permanent contract
• Annual gross salary according to the profile of the candidate
• Full-time contract: 7,5 h/day. Flexibility
• Continuous training, access to lab facilities, state of the art infrastructure and polivalent working spaces, participation in scientific events and R&D projects, complementary skills development.
• We have great benefits for employees
  • Paid time off: vacation (33 working days per year), holidays, sick and parental leave and more
  • Telework: up to 2 fixed days per week. An additional third day may be considered upon request and approval for justified work-life balance or special personal circumstances.
  • Flexible working hours for work-life balance.
  • Career development opportunities through professional progression and continuous training.
  • Annual performance-related compensation and other incentive schemes according to CTTC’s compensation policies.
  • Possibility to complement the salary with personal grants.

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