⚙️ Postdoc in Embedded Deep Learning & Model Compression @ IMT Atlantique
📍 Plouzané (Brest, France) | 🗓️ Start: September 2025 | ⏳ Duration: 18 months
Passionate about deep learning on the edge?
The BRAIn team at IMT Atlantique is looking for a postdoctoral researcher to push the limits of AI model compression and embedded deployment. From microcontrollers to FPGAs and ASICs, help bring smarter, smaller, and more efficient AI to life.
This position is part of the ProPruNN project. It offers the opportunity to explore cutting-edge methods like pruning, quantization, knowledge distillation, and other neural network optimization techniques—tailored for real-world, resource-constrained environments.
🔍 What You’ll Do
You’ll be joining an interdisciplinary team working across:
- 🎧 Audio processing
- 🧠 Brain-computer interfaces (BCI)
- 📱 Accelerometer-based analysis
- 👁️ Computer vision
- 🗣️ Natural language processing
Your focus:
- Research and develop deep learning compression techniques
- Optimize and deploy models on embedded platforms (MCUs, GPUs, FPGAs, ASICs)
- Publish in top-tier conferences and journals
This is a flexible position where you can shape your own research direction and build strong synergies with ongoing projects.
🧠 What We’re Looking For
Must-haves:
- PhD (≤3 years) in computer science, electrical engineering, ML, or related fields
- Expertise in deep learning, especially model compression techniques (quantization, pruning, distillation)
- Experience with embedded AI on platforms like microcontrollers, embedded GPUs, FPGAs, or ASICs
- Strong programming skills in Python, and with frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow
- Knowledge of hardware-aware optimization and energy-efficient AI
Soft skills:
- Autonomy and creativity in research
- Team spirit and collaboration
- Strong scientific writing and presentation skills
👥 Supervision & Environment
You’ll be part of the BRAIn team at IMT Atlantique, in the Mathematical and Electrical Engineering Department, working alongside experts in AI, signal processing, and embedded systems.
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📄 How to Apply
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Required documents:
- CV
- Motivation letter outlining your relevant experience and vision
- At least one recommendation letter
🔑 Keywords
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