Intelligent Systems and Web-Based Cyberinfrastructures Postdoctoral Research Scholar
Hydroinformatics Lab, University of Iowa | Posted Aug 13, 2024
Deadline: Oct 31, 2024
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We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research scholar to join our research program at Hydroinformatics Lab within IIHR Hydroscience & Engineering and the College of Engineering at the University of Iowa. The initial appointment is full-time for one year with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and continued funding. Research will fall within the broad topics of artificial intelligence with a focus on large language models and web development technologies. The research team is open to individuals from computer science and other informatics and data science backgrounds and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. This position is available immediately and the start date is as soon as feasible. Pay is commensurate with experience.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with faculty, staff, and students at the Hydroinformatics Lab and IIHR Hydroscience & Engineering, a national and global leader in environmental and fluids-related research, education, and service. The University of Iowa is one of the nation's top public research universities and is known around the world for its balanced commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities. The University of Iowa is in Iowa City, a community built around higher education, with vibrant cultural opportunities and a long history of international connections, leadership, and accomplishment. Iowa City offers the safe, friendly quality of life for which the Midwest is known. Information regarding some of the resources that the University of Iowa and the local area provide can be found here.
Education Requirement:
- Ph.D. in a relevant computer engineering, computer science, informatics, or data science field
Required Qualifications:
- Established track record of developing open-source software, projects, publications, or other activities
- Demonstrated expertise in large language models and artificial intelligence
- Strong programming skills (Python, JavaScript, CSS, web standards)
- Experience designing, building, and maintaining RESTful APIs
- Experience with version control (e.g., git)
- Proficiency in frameworks such as React.js, NodeJS, Flask
Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience in designing and developing machine learning and deep learning systems
- Running machine learning tests and experiments
- Experience in developing, testing, and maintaining rich web applications and intuitive user interfaces
- Experience with cloud services and agile development
- Proficient in relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL)
- Experience with server management and tools (e.g., Nginx)