Machine Learning - PhD Internship Opportunities at Microsoft

• Collaborate with our research and development team to design, implement, and optimize machine learning algorithms, with a focus on Generative AI and language models.
• Analyse and preprocess large datasets to extract meaningful insights for model development and/or finetuning.
• Evaluate and experiment with various machine learning models, frameworks, and techniques to investigate robustness and equity of LLMs in the African setting.
• Communicate research findings through publications, presentations, and engaging with the academic and research communities.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with deep learning and natural language processing.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of machine learning algorithms, with a preferred focus on NLP.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, TensorFlow, and/or PyTorch.
• Clear understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) & related AI technologies
• Passion for staying up to date with the latest advancements in AI & ML.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary team.
• Passionate about building the next generation of equitable AI technology for Africa