Research Associate-Fixed Term
- Employer
- Michigan State University
- Location
- East Lansing
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Engineering
Department: Computer Science And Engineering 10016172
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%)
Position Summary
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) invites applications for an interdisciplinary research associate, postdoctoral, position studying human decision making in on-line and off-line ecosystems. More specifically, we are seeking applicants to develop tools and systems that combine human and machine intelligence to novel ways, to solve problems that neither humans nor machines can solve as effectively
The research associate will join a dynamic team of computer scientists at Michigan State University and report to Prof. Mohammad Ghassemi. The Researcher will design, organize and conduct highly specialized and advanced experiments using established scientific protocols and procedures and in some cases designing new protocols; summarize findings and publish results in research journals; assume general responsibility for scientific operations of the laboratory; provide supervision and guidance to junior technicians, students, and research.
MSU is home to some of the world's leading computer scientist and includes a large number of faculty, postdocs, and grad students. MSU is located in the beautiful college town of East Lansing, a couple hours from the Chicago Metropolitan area.
Appointment Type: The initial position is for 1 year, renewable yearly for up to 2 additional years based on performance and availability of funds.
Required DegreeDoctorate -Computer Science
Minimum RequirementsApplicants must have a PhD in Computer Science or related field with graduate or postdoctoral experience in software engineering and machine learning.
Desired Qualifications* Demonstrated ability to independently design and execute research studies
* Strong programming skills in Python, SQL, and JavaScript
* Prior experience with deep-learning frameworks including (e.g. Pytorch)
* Prior experience developing full-stack web applications
* Prior experience performing human subjects research
* Excellent verbal and written English language skills
* Ability to work with undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, and staff in a collaborative environment
Required Application MaterialsCover letter, Curriculum Vitae, Names and email addresses of at least two references (one of whom must be candidates PhD adviser), A relevant publication sample
Review of Applications Begins On12/26/2019
Websitewww.cse.msu.edu
MSU StatementMichigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Advertised: Oct 29, 2019 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 29, 2021 Eastern Daylight Time
Organization
Working at Michigan State University
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The nation’s pioneer land-grant university, MSU began as a bold experiment that democratized higher education and helped bring science and innovation into everyday life. The revolutionary concept became a model for the nation.
Today, MSU is one of the top research universities in the world—on one of the biggest, greenest campuses in the nation. Home to nationally ranked and recognized academic, residential college, and service-learning programs, we’re a diverse community of dedicated students and scholars, athletes and artists, scientists and leaders.
In ways both practical and profound, we work to create a stronger, more sustainable, and more hopeful future for all.
Top Distinctions
U.S. News & World Report ranks MSU
- 29th among the nation’s public universities
- First in the nation for 19 years for graduate programs in elementary and secondary education
- First in the nation for graduate programs in nuclear physics and industrial and organizational psychology
- First in the nation for undergraduate program in supply chain
Recognized for 11 consecutive years as one of the top 100 universities in the world by Shanghai Jiao Tong University in its annual Academic Ranking of World Universities
Ranks 46th among public universities for in-state students in Kiplinger’s 2013 edition of Best Values in Public Colleges
Silver rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education’s STARS program, which measures and encourages sustainability in education and research; operations; and planning, administration, and engagement
Member of the prestigious 62-member Association of American Universities
Only university in the country with on-campus medical schools graduating allopathic (MD) and osteopathic (DO) physicians, and veterinarians (DVMs)
Among the largest single-campus residence hall system in the country with 27 halls in five neighborhoods and two apartment villages.
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