Postdoctoral Research Associate in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

Job Title : Postdoctoral Research Associate in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

Job Number : 89507

Location : Chicago, US

Job Description

Postdoctoral Research Associate in

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Artificial Intelligence and Data Science in Health Professions Education

Department of Medical Education

University of Illinois College of Medicine

Position Description :

The Department of Medical Education at the University of Illinois College of Medicine is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to enhance our artificial intelligence and data science in education initiatives.

We seek a Postdoctoral Research Associate who can integrate artificial intelligence and data science techniques to health professions education, delivering a unique and cutting-edge contribution to improve training. Relevant areas of focus include, but are not limited to, the application of AI and data science to assessment, teaching, equity, and ethics in health professions education.

The salary for this full-time position is based on NIH postdoctoral guidelines; the budgeted salary range for this position is $61,000 to $74,100. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers : Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will engage in mentored research, gaining experience in building artificial intelligence applications and data science methodologies for health professions education; preparing manuscripts and grants; and contributing to curriculum and evaluation in the College of Medicine. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will also have access to the university’s expansive opportunities to join other AI and data science research projects and publish papers. Postdoctoral Research Associates are expected to teach one course per year, develop an active research program, and participate in a mentoring program.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• A doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, MD, or relevant terminal degree) is required and must be obtained by the starting date of the position.

Preferred qualifications include :

TO APPLY :

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For full consideration, applications should be received by January 31, 2025 .

Applicants should submit materials by the deadline to :

1. Cover letter that includes a summary of research, career goals, and information concerning how the applicant will further the university’s goal of building a culturally diverse educational environment.

2. Complete curriculum vitae

3. References with names and email addresses of three academic references.

4. Writing sample , such as dissertation chapter, published paper, or paper submitted for publication. Samples should reflect the work of the candidate.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Search Committee Chair, Alan Schwartz, PhD.

The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our goal is to attract world-class scholars to enrich the educational experience of our bright and motivated students. UIC is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community of scholars committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, underrepresented minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans.

Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered.

Application Deadline : 2025-01-31

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Salary : $61,000 - $74,100