Research Engineer in Agentic Systems and Conversational AI (f/m/x)

Votre mission

The ISIA Lab at the University of Mons is seeking a junior research engineer to build agentic systems for process automation and conversational AI for interactive systems. The work involves designing, implementing, and evaluating systems using large language models (LLMs), in collaboration with a motivated team whose skills complement yours.

Sevel projects in our Lab take place in the context of extended reality (XR). You may therefore need to work with tools such as Unity or Unreal Engine. Prior experience with either engine is not required, but you must be willing to learn the tools needed for the work. The focus of the role remains agentic systems and conversational AI.

Vos responsabilités

• Develop and evaluate agentic systems that can support or automate processes.
• Build conversational AI capabilities for interactive applications.
• Turn research ideas into working prototypes and improve them through experimentation.
• Solve technical problems independently while collaborating with the wider team.
• Learn new methods and tools as project needs evolve.

Votre profil

You have:

• A master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a relevant field.
• Strong programming skills and the ability to build and test working systems.
• A strong interest in LLMs, conversational AI, and agentic systems.
• The autonomy to investigate unfamiliar problems, learn new concepts on your own, and carry work forward.
• Motivation to contribute to applied research in a collaborative environment.

Considering applying? If you meet the degree and junior eligibility requirements and have strong programming skills, we encourage you to apply even if you have not yet worked with every technology mentioned here. We value your ability to learn and solve problems.

The position is funded by Service Public de Wallonie (SPW) within the WAL4XR Win4Excellence project.

Notre offre

• A full-time position (38 hours/week) until 31 August 2028, in the Research Assistant grade.
• A minimum gross monthly salary of €4,287.57 with the possibility of recognizing prior experience, particularly in the private sector.
• Professional experience not required (0–2 years).
• Working hours from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility, as well as the possibility of working remotely up to 2 days per week.
• A minimum of 30 days of annual leave per year.
• Reimbursement of your public transport subscription, as well as a bicycle allowance.
• Training opportunities.
• Membership in a group insurance scheme.
• Your well-being is at the heart of our priorities, with benefits including childcare facilities, sports and cultural activities, and more.

Intéressé(e) ?

Send your CV to [email protected]. Evidence of your technical skills is appreciated and will be considered in the selection process. You may include links to a GitHub or Hugging Face profile, publications, projects you have worked on, or other examples that show what you can build.

Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview. Depending on the outcome of the first interview, we may invite candidates to a final interview.

Applications must be submitted by December 18, 2026.

UMONS aims to be a diverse and inclusive community. Job vacancies respect the principle of non-discrimination and the recruitment procedure guarantees fair treatment of applications regardless of the gender, presumed race or ethnic origin, social origin, religion or beliefs, disability, age, sexual orientation or political opinions of applicants.