PhD Research Scholar - Data Scientist

Volvo Group is one of the world's leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment, and industrial engines. The company is at the forefront of innovation in sustainable transportation, autonomous systems, connected solutions, and advanced data-driven technologies. With a strong focus on research and development, Volvo Group continues to drive the future of intelligent mobility and digital transformation. We are seeking PhD or Master's students with Python, Machine Learning, and Reinforcement Learning skills for the role of PhD Research Scholar – Data Scientist. Responsibilities: Design, develop, and implement Machine Learning and Reinforcement Learning models. Analyze large and complex datasets to identify meaningful insights and trends. Conduct experiments to optimize Reinforcement Learning agents and evaluate performance. Support the deployment and integration of AI/ML models into testing and production environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business and technical requirements. Document research findings, methodologies, and project outcomes. Requirements: Solid understanding of machine learning fundamentals, with hands-on experience in Python and ML libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or scikit-learn. Reinforcement Learning concepts such as policy/value functions, Q-learning, actor-critic methods, or model-based RL. Experience with simulation tools (e.g., OpenAI Gym, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar) is a plus. Analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Time Series Algorithm (ANN, RNN, LSTM). Data Cleaning. Exploratory Data Analysis. Data Visualization Learning. SQL. Git. Required Skills: Python, Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, OpenAI Gym, MATLAB, Simulink, Time Series Analysis, ANN, RNN, LSTM, Data Cleaning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, SQL, Git, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Communication