Rutgers University · 11 hours ago
Research Programmer
Piscataway, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $130K/yrRutgers University is seeking Research Programmers to support the Rutgers Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (RAD) Collaboratory. The role involves designing and deploying machine learning and deep learning algorithms for various scientific and engineering domains, contributing to research publications, and providing training on relevant techniques.
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, and deploy ML/DL algorithms for domain science and engineering fields
Support RAD Collaboratory research on national cyberinfrastructure (e.g., ACCESS, NAIRR, and DOE supercomputers) or cloud environments (e.g., AWS, GCP, and Azure)
Support application of ML/DL/CI techniques across topics and domains
Deliver training on ML/DL/CI techniques and best practices to a broad range of researchers
Stay at the forefront of new ML/DL techniques and ML/DL systems that support science and engineering research
Co-author peer-reviewed interdisciplinary research publications
Contribute to funding applications from external sources (e.g., NSF, NIH)
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in computer science, engineering, or other related research fields with a strong background in applied ML/DL in interdisciplinary research
Experience working with ML/DL platforms and algorithms
Track record of working with domain experts, researchers, and stakeholders to support diverse science and engineering applications
Experience with DL frameworks such as PyTorch, DeepSpeed, Accelerate, or Megatron-LM
Experience with large language model (LLM) techniques such as supervised fine-tuning, retrieval augmented generation, and in-context learning
Advanced Statistical Analysis: Proficiency in advanced statistical techniques and probability theory
GPU Programming: Experience with GPU programming and optimization for ML models, utilizing frameworks, like CUDA or OpenCL
Experience with applied computer vision, such as convolutional neural networks and vision transformers is preferred
Experience in deploying open-source and open-data DL projects at scale and job management with SLURM or PBS is preferred
Knowledge of software engineering and MLOps (e.g., CI/CD workflow) is preferred
Familiarity with scientific or ML workflows is preferred
Training or tutorial experience for domain scientists
Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Company
Rutgers University
Rutgers University is an institution for higher education for doctoral and professional degree programs.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$27.84MKey Investors
Ferrero HazelnutNational Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing BiopharmaceuticalsNew Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
2024-11-15Grant· $0.16M
2024-04-09Grant
2024-03-26Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Michele Norin
Sr. Vice President and Chief Information Officer
Jim Simon
Professor
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