Post-doctoral fellow in Optimization for Machine Learning - 12 months contract

Who we are ?

Télécom Paris, part of the IMT (Institut Mines-Télécom) and a founding member of the Institut Polytechnique de Paris, is one of France's top 5 general engineering schools.

The mainspring of Télécom Paris is to train, imagine and undertake to design digital models, technologies and solutions for a society and economy that respect people and their environment.

We are looking for our future postdoctoral researcher in optimization for statistical learning to join the Image, Data, Signal (IDS) department at Telecom Paris.

The S²A team is affiliated with Telecom Paris’ in-house research laboratory, LTCI. The team expertise spans several disciplines: probabilistic modeling, statistics, optimization, (audio) signal processing, machine/deep-learning and computational linguistics.

The team mobilizes them to produce methodologically sound research in response to some of the challenges posed by the nature and format of modern data, as well as the high societal expectations surrounding the development of AI solutions that are not only effective but also reliable, robust, ethical, frugal and integrate sustainability issues.

In particular, the “Probability/Optimization” group focuses on the theoretical understanding of algorithms used in machine learning, for training large neural networks and tuning hyperparameters.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• To carry out research missions in the field of Optimization for Machine Learning

• To ensure supervision and tutoring missions

• To contribute to the reputation of the School, the Institut Mines-Télécom and the Institut Polytechnique de Paris

We are looking for a candidate with in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of optimization, probability, and statistical learning. You must also be proficient in Python and speak English.

You have a PhD or equivalent degree and are able to work in a team, communicate effectively, and write clear reports. In addition, interpersonal and teaching skills are expected, as well as an ability to synthesize complex information.

Why join us?
You'll be working in a fast-growing, pleasant, green and accessible environment (especially for people with disabilities) just 20 km from Paris (RER B and C suburban train lines, close to major roads, shared shuttle departing from Porte d'Orléans). You will benefit from :

• 49 days annual leave (CA + RTT)

• flexible working hours (depending on department activity)

• telecommuting 1 to 3 days/week possible

• 75% public transport pass reimbursement

• Proximity to numerous sports facilities, concierge service, underground parking, in-house catering, etc.

• Good to know: our social security contributions are lower than in the private sector

Other information :
Application deadline: April 05, 2026
Job type : 12 months fixed-term contract
Job description here

Scientific contact person : Radu Dragomir (dragomir@telecom-paris.fr)

Our recruitment is based on skills, without distinction of origin, age, gender identity, or sexual orientation, and all our positions are open to individuals with disabilities.