Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Details

Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department
College of Science - Math/Statistics Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type
Staff

PURPOSE

We are seeking a highly motivated researcher with a strong background and interest in machine learning and artificial intelligence. The position focuses on the development and application of advanced deep learning models, with an emphasis on techniques such as knowledge distillation. The candidate will engage in research involving time-series analysis, including modeling, forecasting, and anomaly detection, contributing to innovative solutions in these areas.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Research (80%)
Design, develop, and implement novel AI/ML models, with particular emphasis on time-series.
Publish research findings at peer-reviewed journals and conferences.

Functional Area 2: Grant Writing (15%)
Prepare manuscripts, related grant proposals, and conference presentations.

Functional Area 3: Teaching (5%)
Teach courses in Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise working with multivariate time-series and spatiotemporal datasets.
• Advanced proficiency in Python.
• 1-2 years of hands-on experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Documented scholarly achievements in applied statistics, machine learning, or deep learning.
• Proven ability to work effectively with various faculty, as well as undergraduate and graduate students.
• Capability to function both independently and within a multidisciplinary research team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, proactivity, accountability, and a solid work ethic.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and cooperate with colleagues.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of the mathematics of neural networks.
• Prior significant contributions to advanced machine-learning or deep-learning models.
• Evidence of having led a key research project, indicated by a first-author or corresponding-author paper in a leading peer-reviewed journal or conference.

SALARY: $50,000-$60,000 Annual

Note: Funding is temporary, this position is funded for 14-months.