Project worker (part-time), Center for Machine Vision and Signal Analysis

We are now looking for a

Project worker (part-time),

to join us at the Center for Machine Vision and Signal Analysis (CMVS) at the unit of Computer Science and Engineering, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering (ITEE).

CMVS is a creative, open, and internationally attractive research center that combines the expertise of the University of Oulu's computer vision and biosignal analysis scientists. Through decades of expertise and extensive international collaboration, CMVS continues to conduct internationally recognized work at the cutting edge of its research areas.

Our research center enjoys a high reputation in AI and CV in the computer science field. We publish in top-tier conferences and journals, including CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, NeurIPS, AAAI, TPAMI, IJCV, TIP, etc. 

About the job

The position is part of the Research Fellow project "Towards Moravec's Paradox: Decoding Human Spontaneous Behaviors for Sentient AI from Cognitive Aspects" (2025–2029) at the University of Oulu, funded by the Academy of Finland, see more details. 

Your responsibilities will be assisting with different tasks related to the project implementation, such as:

• Assisting in the collection and organization of multimodal human behavior datasets, including video, motion, and physiological signals.
• Helping prepare research outputs such as figures, experimental results, and supplementary materials for scientific publications.
• Supporting the implementation and evaluation of machine learning and deep learning experiments related to human behavior understanding.
• Assisting in drafting and preparing project reports, funding proposals, and documentation for research projects.
• Supporting the coordination of project activities, including dataset management, experiment tracking, and collaboration with research team members.
• Participating in research discussions and contributing to the development of experimental ideas.

You will work in a research team, manage project-related tasks, and disseminate research findings in leading international scientific journals.

What we offer?

Opportunity to work with Assistant Professor Haoyu Chen and an international research team focusing on cutting-edge topics in AI and human behavior understanding.

• Access to high-performance computing resources, including LUMI, Puhti, and Mahti, provided by the Finnish National Computing Center.
• A dynamic research environment with opportunities to contribute to publications and participate in international collaborations.
• Wellness benefit ePassi covering sport, culture, and well-being. Read more about other staff benefits. 
• Work that matters and a workplace that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. Read more about working with us.
• Our Buddy Programme and Spouse Network support you and your close ones in settling into Oulu.
• We have an HR Excellence in Research -quality label, which is a recognition awarded by the European Commission for the development of researchers’ working conditions and careers. 
• Finland is one of the most livable countries in the world, with a high quality of life, safety, an excellent education system, and a competitive economy. Read more about living in Oulu.

Who are you?

To enjoy and succeed in the position, we expect from you: 

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, data science, or a related field.
• Basic experience with machine learning, deep learning, or computer vision.
• Programming experience in Python and deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a research team and manage multiple tasks.
• Good written and spoken English communication skills.

We also appreciate:

• An international vision and an open mind
• Experience with AI/deep learning algorithms and development
• Your ability to start as soon as possible

Salary

The position is a fixed-term for 2 years, starting on May 1st, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. 

The salary will be based on levels 4-5 of the demand level chart for other experts and support staff of Finnish universities. The position is a part-time (50%). In addition, a salary component based on personal work performance will be paid (a maximum of 50 % of the job-specific component). The gross salary will be approximately 1200-1500 € per month (before taxes), considering the part-time work.

A 6-month trial period applies to the position.

How to apply?

Are you interested? If yes, please apply through our recruitment system by April 10th, 2026 (23:59 Finnish local time).

The application should be written in English and include the following:

1. Motivation letter (max. 3 pages, excluding references) indicating the motivation and how the applicant will contribute to the RCF research program.
2. CV

Additionally, candidates will be asked to provide contact information for their referees later in the process.

Eligible applicants who best fit the profile expected for the position will be invited to an on-site or remote interview. All applicants will be notified during the selection process.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including people of different ages, genders, and linguistic, cultural, and minority groups. 

Contact Information

If you have any further questions, please contact Assistant Professor Haoyu Chen at chen.haoyu(at)oulu.fi