Artificial Intelligence Mentor
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Artificial Intelligence Specialist Mentor
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Accelerator Centre (AC) requires an experienced subject matter expert in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to expand its roster of talented specialist mentors for our awardwinning entrepreneurship programming.
As a specialist mentor the Artificial Intelligence Specialist will work with our highpotential entrepreneurs providing expert level guidance and advice on AI systems and technologies either for innovation development or providing expertise on how AI can be integrated in our companies business operations. Providing mentorship aligned with our milestonebased curriculum youll have the opportunity to influence the next generation of Canadian tech companies. Some areas where AI might help include; improved decisionmaking increased efficiency enhanced customer service competitive advantage and/or predictive maintenance.
This role will be engaged as a thirdparty consultant and will be compensated hourly based on client demand; we anticipate the initial time required to be approximately 510 hours per week but the hours will vary from week to week. This variation provides for a flexible schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing guidance on creating developing and implementing AI systems and technologies to meet the companies innovation or operational goals
- Leveraging the power of machine learning and other AI technologies to solve complex problems automate tasks and create more intelligent systems and applications
- Meeting with clients individually or as part of a group of mentors or group of clients
- Consulting with the AC Programs team to ensure client needs are met
- Tracking client progress and updating notes within the ACs CRM including updating client notes time tracking and regular communication with AC staff and fellow mentors
- Participate in monthly mentor team meetings and other AC meetings as
Must Have Requirements:
- Postsecondary degree in Computer Science Artificial Intelligence Mathematics Statistics Robotics or a related field or experience
- Experience in developing AI models and algorithms
- Strong knowledge of machine learning techniques and algorithms including deep learning natural language processing and computer vision
- Must be able to identify new opportunities for innovation and apply creative solutions to solve complex problems
- Continuous learning to evaluate new AI technologies
- Deep understanding of compliance with data privacy and security regulations
- Experience with programming languages such as Python Java or C
- big data technologies such as Hadoop and data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI
- Strong problemsolving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure or Google Cloud
- Must be able to mentor during the operating hours of 95pm EST but flexibility in hours would be appreciated in order to accommodate multiple time zones
Ideal Candidates:
- Experience as an entrepreneur small business owner startup founder (worked in or founder of) or in a startup within a corporation
- Experience with AI/ML tools like TensorFlow or Pytorch
- Experience with training and deployment of AI/ML in a product or service
- Flexibility around virtual mentoring sessions and inperson sessions (Waterloo Region)
- A demonstrated thought leader
If a community member would prefer to volunteer their time to provide this expertise to our highpotential startups we would also be happy to accept this model.
Our commitment to equity diversity and inclusion
The Accelerator Centre is committed to fostering an inclusive equitable and diverse community that is dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs from all backgrounds. A full range of perspectives experiences and passions are key to creating the inclusive entrepreneurial environment that is necessary to help our clients build and scale globally competitive companies. Our commitment to equity diversity and inclusion means the elimination of discrimination and exclusion in all its forms at all levels of our organization and in our programming.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates including those from historically marginalized and underrepresented groups. We will provide any requested accommodation to enable candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require assistance please contact noting the job title in the subject line of the email.
Employment Type
Contract
