Postdoctoral Research Associate - POA

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Department

Computer Science

Job Summary

Job Description

This research contract position will primarily focus on a new GulfSCEI project aimed at AI Automation to detect Flood Deficiencies in Flood Water Control Structures.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

60% - participate in the design, plan, coordination, and implementation of tasks in support of the project;

5% - supervise the research of undergraduate and/or graduate students;

10% - prepare reports for Federal agency and drafting of research papers for publication;

5% - participate in technical meeting with funding federal agency 

5% - present papers at conferences;

5% - assist in developing research proposals to funding agencies;

10% - performs other duties as required.

Required Qualifications: A Ph.D. Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or closely related field at is required by the date of hire. Expertise in Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, and AI is expected.

Desired Qualifications: Expertise in Environmental Modeling and experience with DoD research and development activities, especially the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE.

Salary: Salary Negotiable

Appointment Period: The appointment period is for one-year (01/01/24-12/31/24). The position is renewable for up to 3 years based on availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

Required Attachments

Please upload the following documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section. 

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and University of Louisiana Systems;
• Names and contact information of three references;
• Diversity Statement (required for all Faculty positions and any Staff position of Assistant Manager and higher).

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Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Posting Close Date
This position will remain open until filled.

Note to Applicant:

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

  

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

  

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