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Form of workLocation: Atlanta, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
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Job ID: 268123
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About the AI (Artificial Intelligence) Hub at the Georgia Institute of Technology
At Georgia Tech, developments in AI span many disciplines with dozens of campus centers and institutes. The newly announced AI Hub at Georgia Tech will unite AI entities across campus, enabling the Institute to align on goals to become an international thought leader in AI. It will also drive AI education and research and development toward real-world, responsible applications.
As an AI-powered university, Georgia Tech is embracing AI throughout the Institute, incorporating it into academic programs and research to assist and amplify human intelligence in all areas of work. The vision of AI Hub at Georgia Tech is to advance AI through discovery, interdisciplinary research, responsible deployment, and next-generation education to build a sustainable future.
Atlanta, GA
Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Scientist to join our algorithms team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer science, engineering, or a related field, with a focus on AI technology. As a Research Scientist, you will play a key role in conducting groundbreaking research, developing novel AI solutions, and contributing to the advancement of the field.
Join us in pushing the boundaries of AI research and technology, contributing to the future of artificial intelligence. If you are passionate about innovation and eager to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply and be part of our visionary team.
Responsibilities- Conduct cutting-edge R&D in various AI domains, including but not limited to machine (and deep) learning, generative AI and Large Language Models (LMMs), AI-optimized hardware, AI inference, reasoning, and decision making, speech processing, virtual (digital) assistants, natural language processing, and computer vision.
- Develop and create innovative AI technologies that address real-world challenges.
- Deploy AI solutions at collaborating companies and within the academic environment at Georgia Tech.
- Generate AI intellectual property through innovative research and development.
- Incubate new AI businesses and contribute to their growth and success.
- Author and publish research papers in reputable conferences and journals to share findings with the broader research community.
This position vacancy is an Open rank announcement. Final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook (https://www.policylibrary.gatech.edu/faculty-handbook/3.2.1-research-faculty-hiring-and-promotion-guidelines)
Research Scientist I
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related area.
Research Scientist II
- A Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering and three (3) years of relevant full-time experience after completion of that degree, orA Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering and five (5) years of relevant full-time experience after completion of a Bachelor's degree, or A Doctoral degree.
- One or more scientific publication submissions for conferences, journals, or public repositories.
- 2 years of coding experience, demonstrating proficiency in implementing AI algorithms and solutions.
- 1 year of experience owning and initiating research agendas, showcasing the ability to drive independent and impactful research projects.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent coding skills with experience in relevant programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, Java).
- In-depth knowledge of AI concepts and methodologies.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas both verbally and in writing.
- Proven ability to collaborate within interdisciplinary teams.
For any further questions, please contact Larry Heck at larryheck@gatech.com.
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