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Associate ResearcherAdecco Canada • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Associate Researcher

Associate Researcher

Adecco Canada • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
12 hours ago
Salary
CA$55.00 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
  • Quick Apply
Job description
Adecco is currently hiring a full-time Associate Researcher for our client in Edmonton, AB. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated researcher who is passionate about advancing the capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs), Vision Language Models (VLMs), and next-generation AI systems.
If you enjoy combining cutting-edge research with hands-on development and want to contribute to impactful AI innovations, we'd love to hear from you.
  • Pay Rate: $55.00/hour
  • Location: Edmonton, AB
  • Job type: Temporary | Full-time
  • Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy .
Here's why you should apply:
  • Paid weekly accurate and on time
  • Strong health and safety programs
  • Medical and dental benefits once qualified
  • Free training programs
  • New and quicker onboarding process
Responsibilities:
  • Conduct research on Large Language Models (LLMs) and Vision Language Models (VLMs), with a focus on improving performance and efficiency
  • Explore and apply advanced techniques such as fine-tuning, knowledge distillation, Mixture of Experts (MoE), and model pruning
  • Enhance vision models to improve perception and real-world application performance
  • Design, implement, and maintain experiments using Python and modern machine learning frameworks
  • Collaborate with researchers and mentors on ideation, experimentation, and technical reviews
  • Analyze model performance and identify opportunities for optimization and innovation
  • Contribute to technical publications, research papers, and conference submissions
  • Stay current with emerging AI research trends and industry advancements
Qualifications and Skills:
  • MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • Strong foundation in artificial intelligence and machine learning
  • Hands-on experience with large-scale foundation models such as DeepSeek, Smol, InternVL, Qwen, LLaMA, or similar architectures
  • Experience with fine-tuning techniques such as LoRA, prompt tuning, pruning, Mixture of Experts (MoE), and knowledge distillation
  • Proficiency in Python, PyTorch, Git, and Linux shell scripting
  • Experience with machine learning and MLOps tools such as Hugging Face, MLflow, DeepSpeed, Apex, Fairscale, or equivalent platforms
  • Demonstrated research experience through publications, research projects, or related contributions
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and experimental design skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced research and development environment
  • Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada
Ready to help shape the future of AI? Apply now! Our dynamic team of recruiters will reach out if you qualify for this role.
At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we're making the future work for everyone.
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