Postdoctoral Research Associate
Postdoctoral Research Associate
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$ 3750 - 4166
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Job Title
Postdoctoral Research AssociateAgency
Texas A&M University Corpus ChristiDepartment
College of Science Math/Statistics SciencesProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Corpus Christi TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
TAMUCC is a dynamic university designated as both a HispanicServing Institution (HSI) and MinorityServing Institution (MSI) with approximately 11000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1400 fulltime and 2000 parttime Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System TAMUCC benefits from a range of resources increased visibility and influence and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.
TAMUCCs beautiful campus is located on a 240acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern attractive and stateoftheart classroom buildings and support facilities.
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PURPOSE
We are seeking a highly qualified researcher with a strong interest in applied statistics machine learning and artificial intelligence with a particular focus on timeseries modeling. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and applying probabilistic models to advance timeseries analysis.
Key areas of focus for this position include: 1)Probability Theory and Measure Theory : Leveraging foundational mathematical frameworks to design robust modeling approaches. 2 Deep Learning : Exploring cuttingedge techniques such as multimodal data integration diffusion models attention mechanisms and foundation models. 3 TimeSeries Analysis : Specializing in modeling forecasting and anomaly detection to address complex realworld challenges.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to innovative research at the intersection of these domains driving impactful advancements in both theory and application.
DESCRIPTION
Functional Area 1: Research
Percent Effort: 80
Design develop and implement novel AI/ML models with particular emphasis on timeseries and spatiotemporal data.
Formulate mathematical models and derive convergence proofs drawing on probability and measure theory.
Publish research findings at peerreviewed journals and conferences.
Functional Area 2: Grant Writing
Percent Effort: 15
Prepare manuscripts related grant proposals and conference presentations.
Functional Area 3: Teaching
Percent Effort: 5
Teach courses in Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. in Data Science Statistics Mathematics Computer Science or a closely related field.
Demonstrated expertise working with multivariate timeseries and spatiotemporal datasets.
Advanced proficiency in Python (or Rust).
12 years of handson experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow.
Documented scholarly achievements in applied statistics machine learning or deep learning (e.g. peerreviewed publications conference presentations).
Proven ability to work effectively with various faculty as well as undergraduate and graduate students.
Capability to function both independently and within a multidisciplinary research team.
Strong organizational and timemanagement skills proactivity accountability and a solid work ethic.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and cooperate with colleagues.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong understanding of the mathematics of neural networks large deviations theory and measure theory.
Prior significant contributions to advanced machinelearning or deeplearning models for timeseries analysis.
Evidence of having led a key research project indicated by a firstauthor or correspondingauthor paper in a leading peerreviewed journal or conference.
NOTE: Continued employment contingent upon available funding. This is a twoyear position.
SALARY: $45000 $50000/annually approximately.
$3750 $4166.67/monthly.
BENEFITS (rules policies eligibility apply)
From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.
Medical
$0 $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution $920 value).
Up to 83 of premium covered by the university:
Employee and Spouse
Employee and Children
Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance Accidental D&D Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
ONCAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES
Counseling Work Life Assistance Financial Resources and Legal Resources
Public Loan Forgiveness
Book scholarships
100 tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
8 hours of vacation paid time off every month.
8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
1215 paid holidays each year.
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
