Carolina Population Center · 2 days ago
Data Science and AI Research Methodologist
North Carolina, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Data Science and AI Research Methodologist to support research programs utilizing advanced AI methods. The role involves providing consultation, training, and data management services to enhance research rigor and reproducibility in the social, health, and data sciences.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Consulting with research teams on the design and implementation of AI/ NAM -powered research studies and experiments
Developing and delivering training programs in AI/ NAM techniques for scientific research with an emphasis on research ethics and rigor
Providing advanced data management services, including syntax and code review, that support research transparency and reproducibility in accordance with standards and best practices
Contributing to the development of proposals for AI/ NAM -powered research and other related initiatives to promote growth and innovation in novel research approaches
Engaging with UNC research stakeholders in campus-wide initiatives to build capacity in emerging research technologies
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience in research design, validation, and replication
Proficiency in at least one programming language commonly used in AI and research methods (e.g., Python, R, STATA, MPlus)
Experience teaching, mentoring, or training in academic or research settings
Familiarity with ethical considerations in AI-enhanced research, especially in sensitive domains
Strong communication and collaboration skills across interdisciplinary teams
Demonstrated interest in keeping abreast of emerging AI technologies and agility in learning new tools to support their use in campus research
Exceptional attention to detail when reviewing research methods and products
Preferred
PhD in a relevant field, or Master's degree with at least 5 years of experience in a relevant field such as social science, biomedical sciences, computer science, data science, or research methodology
Experience supporting both internal institutional research and external collaborations
Proven track record of successful grant writing and funding acquisition
Experience with AI applications in clinical or biomedical research contexts
Familiarity with platforms such as Jupyter, GitHub, Azure AI, and Copilot Studio
Experience with local LLM deployment and usage in research environments (e.g., Ollama, LM Studio, GPT4All, LocalAI, AnythingLLM)
Knowledge of reproducibility frameworks and open science practices
Proficient in reviewing syntax and programming code for statistical packages such as Python, R, STATA or MPlus
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid leave
Variety of health, life and retirement plans
Additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance
Company
Carolina Population Center
The Carolina Population Center (CPC) is a community of outstanding scholars and professionals associated to create new knowledge about population size, structure, and processes of change.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase