Senior Researcher in Artificial Intelligence

The University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI) invites applications for a Senior Researcher in Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence
, at the Dalle Molle Institute for Artificial Intelligence (IDSIA USI-SUPSI) within the Department of Innovative Technologies (DTI), located in Lugano. The degree of employment is 50%, with a contract starting on 01.01.2027, or on a mutually agreed date.

• Pursue independent research agenda in theory and applications in the areas of imprecise probabilities, probabilistic circuits, graphical models, computational complexity of AI models.
• Cooperate in R&D teams to execute projects related to industry. Strong collaboration with software engineers, researchers and industry partners.
• (Co-)supervise scientific personnel.
• Participate in and/or (co)-lead research projects.
• Participate in developing proposals towards (research) grant acquisition.
• (Co-)write scientific papers (i.e., both conference and journal articles) and internal reports.
• Present work to a wide audience (e.g., conferences, project partners review meetings).

• PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Informatics, or other quantitative fields.
• Excellent theoretical background in computer science and probabilistic machine learning and AI, including probabilistic graphical models and imprecise probability.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, python, R.
• Strong publication record of scientific papers in highly respectable venues in machine learning and AI.
• Substantial track-record of grant acquisition and project participation.
• Prior supervision of bachelor, master, and PhD candidates until successful completion.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Good working knowledge of written and spoken Italian.
• Good organizational skills, ability to work independently and to plan and direct own work.
• Ability to work in a team and with colleagues and other members of the Institute, engage in scientific dialogue.
• Strong motivation and commitment to fulfill research activities, milestones, and deadlines.
• High motivation and commitment with a strong desire for research and publishing at top conferences and journals.
• Past leadership of a research group is a plus.

• Two-years fixed-term contract, with possibility of renewal.
• Workplace at IDSIA USI-SUPSI in the new campus in Lugano (Switzerland).
• An international working environment.
• Attractive salary in line with Swiss standards and the experience of the candidate.
• Covering the costs of participation in high-profile conferences.

SUPSI believes that the future is shaped by diverse perspectives, unique experiences, and a culture that is equitable, inclusive, and respectful of differences.

Applications will only be considered if submitted electronically by 15.10.2026.