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LLM Engineer at VIB.AI

VIB is a leading life sciences research institute in Flanders, Belgium, with a strong focus on translating basic scientific discoveries into benefits for society. With the launch of VIB.AI, we are expanding our mission to harness the power of artificial intelligence for life sciences research, innovation, and impact.


We are now looking for an Large Language Model (LLM) engineer to join the Machine Learning Expertise Unit at VIB.AI.


Your role

As an LLM Engineer, you will:

  • Develop and deploy pilot projects in close collaboration with and tailored to VIB’s domain-specific centers, applying LLMs to cutting-edge biomedical questions.
  • Design, implement, and evaluate LLM-based solutions for tasks such as scientific text mining, multimodal integration of literature and biological data, and knowledge extraction to support discovery.
  • Collaborate with researchers to identify opportunities where generative AI and LLMs can accelerate scientific progress.
  • Work with the Head of the Machine Learning Expertise Unit and VIB’s AI Studio to translate pilot projects into practical tools.
  • Promote ethical, transparent, and responsible use of LLMs in line with best practices and international standards
  • Leverage VIB’s Data Core services, including high-performance computing pipelines and large-scale GPU resources, to scale LLM development and deployment.


Your profile

  • PhD in machine learning, computer science, computational biology, statistics, or a related field.
  • Strong experience with large language models, including pretraining, fine-tuning, prompt engineering, and evaluation.
  • Knowledge of modern deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow).
  • Experience with real-world applications of LLMs in scientific or biomedical contexts is a plus.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and communicate effectively with researchers from different backgrounds.
  • A strong interest in applying LLMs to impactful life science problems.


We offer

  • A stimulating, international, interdisciplinary, collaborative, and supportive work environment, which emphasizes diversity and inclusion.
  • An environment that promotes personal development.
  • The opportunity to pioneer applications of LLMs in biomedical sciences.
  • Direct access to VIB’s Data Core services, which provide expert support in data management and high-performance computing, including optimized pipelines and large-scale GPU resources.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package, with relocation support if needed.
  • The chance to make a lasting impact on science, health and society.


About VIB.AI

VIB.AI is the artificial intelligence initiative of VIB, designed to accelerate breakthroughs in life sciences by integrating advanced AI methods into research, discovery, and innovation. For more information, visit vib.ai/en.


How to apply

Please complete the application through the VIB online application tool. A complete application file should contain the following documents:

  • Your motivation letter stating career goals, past experience, and how these relate to the current position.
  • Your CV.
  • Contact information of three references.

Application deadline: October 31st 2025.


For further information, please send an email to pedro.goncalves@kuleuven.be, dmitry.kobak@uni-tuebingen.de or stein.aerts@kuleuven.be with subject title Inquiry: LLM Engineer.

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