Exciting Opportunity: Post-Doctoral Associate in AI at Coughlin Research

Post-Doctoral Associate Coughlin Research

Post-Doctoral Associate – Coughlin Research (# 360471) is needed at University of Minnesota in Twin Cities, MN.

Type: Full-Time
Posted: 04/05/2024
Job ID: 360471

Job Duties:

Primary duties include the following:

• 50%: Research in the progress and application of machine learning (ML), AI, and data science algorithms for physics research projects and applications and interfaces for ML and AI algorithms in physics analysis code.
• 20% Management of graduate students, technicians, and undergraduates contributing in this research
• 20%: Communicate and coordinate with other personnel involved in the research, including those from non-computing disciplines.
• 10%: Research in a related discipline of interest to the post-doctoral fellow.Other duties of a similar scope as assigned.

Qualifications:
Required:

• PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, or other applicable discipline by beginning date of appointment.

Preferred:

• 0-2+ years’ relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated skills (or ability to learn quickly) in any of the following: programming (especially Python), data science, machine learning, and statistics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration skills.
• Strong desire to learn new computing platforms.

About the Department:

See more about the School of Physics and Astronomy: https://cse.umn.edu/physics

Benefits:
At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a supple work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning.  We highlight work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Passwith free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply:

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments” section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The position is open effective immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Please provide:

• A cover letter explaining why you are interested and qualified for the position
• Curriculum vitae including recent publications and experimental and analysis skills
• A statement of research experience and interests (1-2 pages)
• Names and complete contact information for three references.

Additionally, have three letters of reference sent to:

Professor Michael Coughlin
School of Physics and Astronomy
University of Minnesota
116 Church Street SE
Minneapolis MN 55455
cough052@umn.edu

Employment Requirements:

Any offer of employment is depending upon the successful completion of a background check. Our assumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

Apply on the Institution’s Website.

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