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# Data Scientist (GenAi)

- **Company:** Umicore
- **Location:** Olen, Belgium
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Multi-Agent Systems, Generative AI, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://be.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9cf0a66a83e94f2a

## About the Role

* Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Data Science or a related field

 * Minimum 3 years of experience developing industrial, agentic systems.

 * Demonstrated experience delivering at least one custom Generative AI application that goes significantly beyond basic document processing or retrieval

 * Experience working directly with business stakeholders and domain experts

 * Industrial or academic background in chemistry, materials science, process technology or automotive applications is considered a strong asset

Technical Competencies

 * Strong practical expertise in Generative AI and Large Language Model technologies.
 * An industrial or educational background in material sciences, research or chemical industry is a big plus.
Experience designing AI agents, multi-agent architectures and tool-enabled AI systems Knowledge of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), knowledge grounding and trustworthy AI design principles

 * Experience integrating multiple information and data sources into a unified AI solution Strong software engineering and Python programming skills
 * Ability to evaluate emerging AI technologies and translate them into practical business value
 * Familiarity with cloud-based AI platforms and enterprise deployment environments is a plus

## Description

* Delivers expert work in General R, D & I with high quality and timeliness, applying best practices and standards.
 * Executes research projects within program, applying knowledge and expertise.- Builds knowledge and expertise within core competence subdomains.
 * Owns complex tasks in project management and chemical or process engineering, producing accurate outputs and identifying risks or anomalies proactively.
 * Analyzes problems, recommends options, and implements improvements in methods, tools, or data flows.
 * Collaborates with adjacent teams and stakeholders, communicating insights and recommendations clearly.
 * Collaborates cross-functionally to deliver high-quality outcomes and knowledge sharing.
 * Contributes to continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process enhancements.


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