Post Doctoral Associate

Post Doctoral Associate

SHRS-Rehab Sci & Tech - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (24008316)

Job Title:Postdoctoral Research Fellow - AI and NLP

Location:University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Job Description:We are seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to join our interdisciplinary team dedicated to developing and implementing AI-driven solutions, with a focus on natural language processing, machine learning, generative AI, and/or large language models. The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will be co-advised by Dr. Ding Dan from the Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology and Dr. Yanshan Wang from the Department of Health Information Management. The primary role of the Fellow will be to conduct research to support individuals with disabilities in navigating complex healthcare systems, assistive technology options, and funding resources.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and research of AI-powered solutions to assist individuals with disabilities and their families in navigating complex healthcare systems, assistive technology, and funding opportunities.
• Conduct both qualitative and quantitative research to evaluate the effectiveness of AI tools in enhancing self-care and improving access to resources for individuals with disabilities.
• Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to develop, test, and refine AI functionalities that align with user needs.
• Engage with clinical and community partners to gather information, develop knowledge bases, collect user feedback, and integrate all inputs into project development.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at relevant scientific and industry conferences.
• Participate in grant writing activities and regularly report project progress to funding agencies.
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Qualifications:

• PhD in Computer Science, Information Science, Health Informatics, or a related field.
• Strong background in artificial intelligence, natural language processing, machine learning, or related technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative research team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with a proven track record of scientific publications and presentations.
• Knowledge of assistive technology, healthcare systems, and disability advocacy is highly valued. Experience in research and project management in health technology, especially related to disability and rehabilitation is also desirable.

Apply at join.pitt.edu req#24008316

Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV, a cover letter outlining relevant experience and interest in the project, and contact information for three references.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Campus: Pittsburgh

Required Attachments: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Other (see posting for additional details)

Assignment Category Full-time regular

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