Associação Fraunhofer Portugal ResearchJob Title: Junior RAG Scientist
Job Ref: AICOS_Jobs_2025_15
Job Type: Full-time contract.
Job Location: Porto, Portugal.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
Fraunhofer Portugal AICOSis seeking a talented Junior RAG Scientist to join our dynamic and multidisciplinary team within the Intelligent Systems group. In this role, you will be at the forefront of technological innovation, working on applied research projects that bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world impact. You will contribute to initiatives that enhance industries, promote social well-being, and improve quality of life.
Your role:
- Development and implementation of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Systems;
- Create advanced RAG pipelines, semantically fusing technical documentation and logs;
- Develop modules to manage complex documentation using advanced Large Language Models (LLMs).
Your profile:
Academic Qualifications:
- Master’s degree or equivalent qualifications in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Artificial Intelligence or related studies.
Technical Skills:
- Programming proficiency in Python and experience with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow;
- Experience or strong interest in Large Language Models and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).
Other skills:
- Excellent English communication skills (technical and general audiences);
- Capacity to translate research findings into actionable insights for real-world applications.
We value:
- Interest in advancing AI solutions that maintain robust performance under diverse and challenging conditions;
- Commitment to clear and honest communication of data and model limitations using established reporting standards and tools;
- Interest in applied research;
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams;
- Autonomous, dependable, proactive, and a critical-thinking team player.
Why should you join Fraunhofer Portugal:
- Innovative Environment: Be part of a people-centric workplace that fosters creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. We encourage the development of new ideas and ensure that every voice is heard;
- Research with Impact: Engage in projects that sit at the intersection of research and real-world applications, contributing to technology that makes a tangible difference in society;
- Multidisciplinary Teams: Collaborate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, enhancing your learning and professional growth;
- Professional Excellence: Work within a culture that upholds professional standards and best practices, promoting continuous improvement and excellence in research;
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Benefit from flexible working hours and opportunities to work from home, supporting a healthy work-life balance;
- Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from a partially funded health insurance plan, and a variety of additional perks;
- Supportive Culture: Join a team with an excellent spirit, where collaboration, mutual support, and team achievements are celebrated.
Application Process:
Applications are permanently open until the ideal candidate is selected. The first evaluation of applications will occur on 28th of July 2025.
The selected candidate is expected to start working in September 2025.
To apply:
Send your application to jobs@fraunhofer.pt including:
- Curriculum Vitae (mandatory);
- Motivation Letter;
- Recommendation Letters (optional but welcome).
Note:
The research activities in the scope of this job opportunity are planned to be developed within the framework of the following projects:
- AI4CarOps – AI-Powered Innovations for Car Workshop Operations, with Notice No. MPr-2023-07- SIID-ID (Projetos em Copromoção);
- FIBFlow – Financial Intelligent Business Flow, with Notice No. MPr-2023-08-SIID-ID (Projetos em Copromoção);
- Microelectrónica – Agenda Microeletrónica, with Notice No. 01/C05-i01/2021 and Project Reference No. Projeto nº 19 NextGenerationEU (PRR).