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University of Virginia · 4 months ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate National Security Data and Policy Institute

Charlottesville, VA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$68K/yr - $68K/yr

The University of Virginia’s School of Data Science is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to contribute to interdisciplinary research in generative AI systems at the National Security Data and Policy Institute. The role involves conducting original research, supervising students, and collaborating with faculty to address real-world policy challenges through algorithm development.

Higher Education

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct original research in generative AI

Train and supervise graduate and undergraduate student researchers

Contribute to and co-author academic publications and conference presentations

Develop and implement experiments on Large Language Models (LLMs)

Present research findings at conferences and professional meetings

Collaborate with leading researchers within and outside UVA

Qualification

Generative AI researchAIMachine learningLarge Language ModelsData SciencePeer-reviewed researchCommunication

Required

U.S. citizenship required

Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related field, earned within the past six years

Experience with AI and machine learning

Excellent written and spoken communication skills

Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality, peer-reviewed research

Benefits

UVA Health Plan: the choice between 3 different health plans

Vision Coverage

Dental Plan

Benefit Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Paid Time Off: starting with 22 days of time off per year, 12 or more holidays, 8 weeks parental leave

Use of up to $5250 per calendar year towards a for-credit degree program or for-credit certificate program

Use of up to $2000 of the total $5250 noted above per calendar year for professional development including job-related training, conferences, and initial certificate exams.