Junior AI Engineer
CiTIUS is seeking highly motivated junior AI engineers with a degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, who are interested in developing innovative AI solutions for the One Health domain.
Successful candidates will join 1HealthAI, one of the European AI Factories funded by EuroHPC, focused on accelerating the application of AI to the One Health domain. The project brings together expertise across human, animal, and environmental health, aiming to develop cutting-edge AI infrastructures and solutions with real-world societal impact.
Please submit your application by 15 July 2026
We are seeking enthusiastic early-career professionals eager to work in an international, interdisciplinary, and innovation-driven environment, contributing to the development of AI technologies, health data platforms, and trustworthy digital solutions with real societal impact.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the full life-cycle of AI and data-driven models for One Health.
- Contributing to the design and maintenance of health data infrastructures and pipelines.
- Participating in the implementation of machine learning and data analysis workflows.
- Collaborating on scalable AI solutions using High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments.
- Assisting in the integration of interoperable and privacy-aware technologies.
- Working closely with researchers, engineers, clinicians, and European project partners.
This position is ideal for candidates interested in gaining experience or developing a PhD at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, health technologies, and large-scale research infrastructures within a leading European project.
Who we are
CiTIUS is a leading AI research centre based at the University of Santiago de Compostela (USC), Spain. With more than 120 researchers from diverse international backgrounds, CiTIUS provides a vibrant, interdisciplinary, and collaborative environment for scientific excellence and career development.
Researchers at CiTIUS benefit from:
- A dynamic and international research ecosystem
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning
- State-of-the-art computing and research infrastructures
- Strong collaborations with leading European institutions and initiatives
- A supportive environment for scientific independence and career progression
CiTIUS is part of a high-level scientific environment that includes five internationally recognised research centres specialised in different areas (CiQUS, CiMUS, IGFAE, CRETUS, and CiTIUS).
The position is based in Santiago de Compostela (Spain), a UNESCO World Heritage City renowned for its quality of life, cultural heritage, safety, and green spaces. Santiago was also recognised by TIME Magazine as one of the World’s Greatest Places (2021).
Desired Qualification and Skills
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a related discipline.
- Experience in one or more of the following AI-related areas: machine learning, Health Data Engineering, Knowledge Representation and Reasoning Models, Federated Learning, Trustworthy / Explainable AI, Big Data Analytics, Distributed or High-Performance Computing.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary and international teams.
- Good written and spoken English communication skills.
- Motivation to learn and contribute to innovative European research projects.
Previous experience in research projects, internships, open-source contributions, or AI-related developments, as well as a willingness to pursue a PhD at CiTIUS, will be positively valued.
What we Offer
- A 2.5-year full-time position within an internationally recognised AI research centre with the possibility of extension.
- Competitive gross annual salary up to €35,000.
- Full social security coverage under the Spanish public system, including healthcare, unemployment benefits, workplace accident insurance, and pension contributions.
- Funding for attending international scientific conferences and workshops and for international research stays in leading research centres.
- Career development and training opportunities in AI, health technologies, and HPC infrastructures.
- Possibility to pursue a PhD thesis.
- An international, young, and multidisciplinary working environment
- Collaboration opportunities with leading European AI and health research centres.
We are strongly committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion, and especially encourage applications from women. Specific benefits include flexible working hours, career development and mentoring opportunities, young scientist promotion opportunities, wellbeing and work-life balance initiatives, and much more.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their application below by 15 July 2026.
Applications should include:
- A complete CV, including academic background, any relevant experience and contact details.
- A brief motivation letter.
- Contact information for one or two references.
Contact
Questions regarding this call or the application process may be addressed to the ✉️ CiTIUS Knowledge and Transfer Management Unit
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Successful candidates will join 1HealthAI, one of the European AI Factories funded by EuroHPC, focused on accelerating the application of AI to the One Health domain. The project brings together expertise across human, animal, and environmental health, aiming to develop cutting-edge AI infrastructures and solutions with real-world societal impact.
Please submit your application by 15 July 2026
We are seeking enthusiastic early-career professionals eager to work in an international, interdisciplinary, and innovation-driven environment, contributing to the development of AI technologies, health data platforms, and trustworthy digital solutions with real societal impact.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the full life-cycle of AI and data-driven models for One Health.
- Contributing to the design and maintenance of health data infrastructures and pipelines.
- Participating in the implementation of machine learning and data analysis workflows.
- Collaborating on scalable AI solutions using High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments.
- Assisting in the integration of interoperable and privacy-aware technologies.
- Working closely with researchers, engineers, clinicians, and European project partners.
This position is ideal for candidates interested in gaining experience or developing a PhD at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, health technologies, and large-scale research infrastructures within a leading European project.
Who we are
CiTIUS is a leading AI research centre based at the University of Santiago de Compostela (USC), Spain. With more than 120 researchers from diverse international backgrounds, CiTIUS provides a vibrant, interdisciplinary, and collaborative environment for scientific excellence and career development.
Researchers at CiTIUS benefit from:
- A dynamic and international research ecosystem
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning
- State-of-the-art computing and research infrastructures
- Strong collaborations with leading European institutions and initiatives
- A supportive environment for scientific independence and career progression
CiTIUS is part of a high-level scientific environment that includes five internationally recognised research centres specialised in different areas (CiQUS, CiMUS, IGFAE, CRETUS, and CiTIUS).
The position is based in Santiago de Compostela (Spain), a UNESCO World Heritage City renowned for its quality of life, cultural heritage, safety, and green spaces. Santiago was also recognised by TIME Magazine as one of the World’s Greatest Places (2021).
Desired Qualification and Skills
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a related discipline.
- Experience in one or more of the following AI-related areas: machine learning, Health Data Engineering, Knowledge Representation and Reasoning Models, Federated Learning, Trustworthy / Explainable AI, Big Data Analytics, Distributed or High-Performance Computing.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary and international teams.
- Good written and spoken English communication skills.
- Motivation to learn and contribute to innovative European research projects.
Previous experience in research projects, internships, open-source contributions, or AI-related developments, as well as a willingness to pursue a PhD at CiTIUS, will be positively valued.
What we Offer
- A 2.5-year full-time position within an internationally recognised AI research centre with the possibility of extension.
- Competitive gross annual salary up to €35,000.
- Full social security coverage under the Spanish public system, including healthcare, unemployment benefits, workplace accident insurance, and pension contributions.
- Funding for attending international scientific conferences and workshops and for international research stays in leading research centres.
- Career development and training opportunities in AI, health technologies, and HPC infrastructures.
- Possibility to pursue a PhD thesis.
- An international, young, and multidisciplinary working environment
- Collaboration opportunities with leading European AI and health research centres.
We are strongly committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion, and especially encourage applications from women. Specific benefits include flexible working hours, career development and mentoring opportunities, young scientist promotion opportunities, wellbeing and work-life balance initiatives, and much more.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their application below by 15 July 2026.
Applications should include:
- A complete CV, including academic background, any relevant experience and contact details.
- A brief motivation letter.
- Contact information for one or two references.
Contact
Questions regarding this call or the application process may be addressed to the ✉️ CiTIUS Knowledge and Transfer Management Unit
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