Artificial Intelligence (AI) Expert

STAT19Statistical Service (STAT) STAT constitutes the cantonal hub for data science and artificial intelligence. Its main missions consist notably in providing cantonal and municipal authorities, as well as the community, with relevant, significant, reliable, and coherent statistical information. It collects, produces, processes, analyzes, and stores data for statistical purposes based on scientific principles chosen in complete independence, in compliance with the Swiss public statistics charter. Your missions As an AI expert, you collaborate closely with the cantonal delegate for AI and are in charge of projects related to artificial intelligence and data science. In this context, you perform advanced analyses in various fields (public health, finance, labor market, etc.). You develop and implement innovative solutions in machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI to add value to statistical data and support decision-making. Furthermore, you ensure the preparation and exploitation of large databases, while participating in the creation and dissemination of training related to AI within the cantonal administration and its partners. In the exercise of your missions, you actively collaborate with state services, municipalities, and the Swiss statistical system. Finally, you document your work, propose avenues for improvement, and contribute to the enhancement and dissemination of the canton's statistical data. Your profile Holder of a university master's degree or a degree deemed equivalent in artificial intelligence, data science, mathematics, physics, or computer science, you justify a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in the fields of AI and data science. A doctorate in one of these fields is an asset. You possess solid skills in planning and managing complex and multidisciplinary projects. On the technical side, you perfectly master the languages (Python, R) and tools (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn) related to machine learning, data analysis (Pandas, NumPy, RStudio, Tableau+), and databases (PostgreSQL, SQL Server). Added to this is mastery of setting up RAGs and the implementation of AI agents. You also attest to good knowledge of the functioning of political and administrative institutions as well as the missions of public statistics. Furthermore, you possess good knowledge of English and German. Finally, your profile is distinguished by a spirit of initiative, great organizational rigor, real interpersonal ease, and absolute respect for confidentiality. We offer you * Joining a dynamic, welcoming, and benevolent team. * A position with responsibilities, varied and motivating, in a framework advocating innovation. * A flexible working organization in a modern environment open to new ideas. Information M. Gérard Geiser, head of service, tel. M. Olivier Berthoud, deputy head of service, tel. [Work for the State](< >) Applications from women are strongly encouraged for senior positions.* *We defend equal opportunity and inclusion; applications from people of all backgrounds and living with a disability are welcome. Application deadline: 25 October 2026 Salary: Class 11 Start of activity: 1 January 2027 or to be agreed j4id10425130a j4it1041a j4iy26a