What are the responsibilities and job description for the Predoctoral Research Professional position at The University of Chicago?
Department
SSD Social Sciences Research Center (SSRC) - Staff and Temporary EmployeesAbout the Department
Job Summary
This role performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.
Responsibilities
- Collaborates on research projects in the Science of Science and Artificial Intelligence.
- Collects, transforms, and procesess raw and unstructured data into usable formats.
- Analyzes large datasets and deep learning models.
- Produces write-ups and reports of findings.
- Participates in lab meetings.
- Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
- Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
- At least 1 year of research experience.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
- Proficiency coding in Python.
- Proficient with NLP techniques such as word and document embeddings.
- Skilled using clustering and dimensionality reduction techniques such as K-means and PCA
- Proficient at implementing Neural Networks using Tensorflow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, OpenCV, deep learning, and other artificial intelligence techniques.
- Skilled with image classification/recognition and tools to analyze illustrations in addition to photographs.
- Familiarity with Linux, UNIX, and High Performance Computing environment.
- Background forming and testing hypotheses.
Preferred Competencies
- Proven ability to work effectively in small teams, demonstrating a strong desire to both learn from and mentor other team members.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- High attention to detail and quality in data analysis and written material.
- Drive to learn new programming or data analysis techniques.
- Strong communication skills and break down complex technical problems.
- Demonstrated ability to review and prioritize work independently and effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to be resourceful and creative in problem-solving.
Working Conditions
- Predoctoral Scholar will be based out of Chicago, IL.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
- References Contact Information (3)(required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the
Benefits Guidebook
.
Posting Statement
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Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans
and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via
Applicant Inquiry Form.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.
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