Manuel Morales will join Montreal-based National Bank of Canada in the position of chief scientist, artificial intelligence (AI), the bank announced on Monday.
His main task will be to head the research and implementation of technological solutions in AI at National Bank in order to improve customer experience.
Morales is currently an associate professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the Université de Montréal. He has received several awards for his applied research in machine learning, and has contributed to the publication of numerous articles in this field. Morales will devote half of his time to National Bank, while pursuing his role at the university.
“In the context of accelerated digital transformation, the human factor is more important than ever. By creating a position of chief scientist, artificial intelligence, and by hiring Manuel, we want to clearly orient our AI initiatives and accelerate innovation,” says David Furlong, senior vice president, AI, venture capital and blockchain at National Bank.