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Job Posting Title:
Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Research Scientist
Position Type:
Other Academic
Department:
LSUAM ORED – SPI – Transformational Technologies and Cyber Research Center (James M Olson (00075317))
Work Location:
0354 Louisiana Emerging Technologies Center
Pay Grade:
Job Description:
This position will support efforts to grow LSU’s national security-related research enterprise. This individual will be proficient in developing intelligent algorithms capable of learning, analyzing and predicting future events. This position will use machine learning, deep learning, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), computer vision, chatbots, and robotics to enable data, data analytics and AI to facilitate faster and better decision-making in support of DoD and IC initiatives. Position will report to the Director of Transformational Technologies & Cyber Research Center (TTCRC) under the Stephenson National Center for Security Research & Training (SNCSRT). Position is responsible for developing groundbreaking research associated with the National security research portfolio, identifying new sponsored research opportunities with DoD and Intelligence Community partners, and preparing and executing strategic proposals in collaboration with key LSU support staff and faculty. Position will be focused on strategic portfolio development, with an emphasis on growing the applied research portfolio.
Job Responsibilities:
Design, plan, conduct and coordinate various research projects in support of the SNCSRT portfolio. Understand and communicate key challenges and R&D priorities regarding DoD and other national security organizations to develop the LSU applied research portfolio. Develop research proposals, key research tasks, and deliverables in support of DoD, IC, and Aerospace and Defense Industry Customers. Summarize results and provide required documentation and SW/HW deliverables to sponsors. (55%)
Engage Government and Industry sponsors, with support from LSU staff and faculty, to shape strategic research opportunities and win research contracts. Establish and use a professional network with key customers, influencers, and executive decision-makers in the national security community and gain insight into strategic directions, policies, R&D priorities, allocated budgets, and plans associated with relevant national security programs. Provide recommended prioritization of new sponsored research opportunities to the SNCSRT leadership team. (30%)
Provide technical leadership of research projects or project subtasks and coordination across academic departments and research groups for interdisciplinary efforts. (10%)
Other duties as assigned. (5%)
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a field relevant to the given focus area.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a field relevant to the given focus area and 3-5 years of experience.
Special / Additional Qualifications:
Must be eligible to receive a TS/SCI security clearance.
Physical Demands:
Physical ability and eye-hand coordination necessary to use a computer terminal, copier, telephone and other standard office equipment; ability to sit in the same position for extended periods (5.5+ hours a day) at a time using continuous hand motions when entering data into the computer system.
Additional Information:
Due to the nature of the position and / or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to and pre-employment screenings (drug screen and background check) as required by LSU FASOP HR-04 and PS-67. This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and / or closure per PS-18
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Please provide cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.
Please attach ALL required documents under the “Resume/CV” section of your application.
A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.
This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and / or closure per PS-18.
Due to the nature of the position and / or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to drug / alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67 and pre-employment screenings (drug screen and background check) as required by LSU FASOP HR-04
Posting Date:
October 3, 2022
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check – An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits – LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s
Diversity Statement
and
Roadmap
. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (
hr@lsu.edu
).
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR@lsu.edu
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