Research Specialist PT - Temporary (No Benefits) - 528595
Job no: 528595
Work type: Temporary Part-time (No benefits)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Other, Research/Scientific
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $23.37 - Midpoint: $29.23 (Hourly N7)
Department/Organization: 214241 - Computer Science
Normal Work Schedule: Varies; up to 20 hours/week
Job Summary: The Research Specialist PT works with departmental staff to design and conduct research projects on a part-time basis.
Additional Department Summary: The Computer Science Department at The University of Alabama is seeking candidates for a position for a part-time research specialist. This position is funded by National Science Foundation.
Leads the forefront of research in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science, focusing on applications within the healthcare, education, and environment sectors. Designs generative AI techniques and algorithms for data integration and computational models, with objectives to amplify creative learning experiences in classrooms and fortify the resilience of rural communities to health and environmental crises. Devises frameworks for data modernization, consolidating metadata and other various sets of data to prepare databases for cross-disciplinary AI research and learning. Incorporates open knowledge graph networks. Takes the lead in drafting scientific papers and technical documents, presenting research findings, and aiding in the formulation of proposals for external funding.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher.
Skills and Knowledge: Strong programming/scripting capabilities. Skills in data science and high-performance computing. Strong written and verbal communication of research results skills.
Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in Computer Science or other related areas. Experience with generative AI deep learning, and active involvement in data science and machine learning projects. Experience in neural networks architecture, cloud computing, and database development and management. Background in computational modeling and machine learning.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
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