Role overview
The Center for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (CDSAI) in the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) is seeking a Research Fellow to join our applied AI and machine learning team. In this role, you will design, develop, and deploy machine learning and AI solutions that support research initiatives across the university and partner institutions. You will work on technical projects from concept to production, implement best practices, and bridge cutting-edge AI research with practical, scalable applications. You will work closely with researchers, faculty, and external stakeholders to transform complex requirements into robust, deployed ML systems.
What we're looking for
Experience with LLMs, generative AI, and prompt engineering.
Familiarity with NLP, computer vision, or time-series modeling.
Experience with distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Spark, Ray, Dask).
Background in data engineering and pipeline orchestration (e.g., Airflow, Prefect).
Prior experience in academic or research-focused settings.
Experience mentoring or leading technical teams.
Familiarity with responsible AI practices and model interpretability.
Alongside your application, please include CV or résumé detailing your academic and professional background, a cover letter describing your relevant experience and research interests, and the contact information for three (3) professional references.
This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.