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Large Language Model Developer

Dartmouth College

remote work

United States, New Hampshire, Hanover

7 Lebanon Street (Show on map)

Mar 10, 2025

Position Information

Posting date	03/10/2025
Closing date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Number	1129246
Position Title	Large Language Model Developer
Department this Position Reports to	Center for Technology and Behavioral Health
Hiring Range Minimum	$130,300
Hiring Range Maximum	$162,900
Union Type	Not a Union Position
SEIU Level	Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status	Exempt
Employment Category	Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year	12
Scheduled Hours per Week	40
Schedule
Location of Position	Lebanon, NH 03766 CTBH 46 Centerra, Suite 315
Remote Work Eligibility?	Remote eligible
Is this a term position?	No
If yes, length of term in months.	na
Is this a grant funded position?	Yes
Position Purpose	To lead the development and implementation of advanced Large Language Models for a pioneering digital mental health platform at Dartmouth College that combines AI-driven support with passive behavioral sensing. This innovative system will use state-of-the-art AI to provide students with personalized, contextually-aware mental health and wellness support while incorporating real-time behavioral data from smartphone sensors. The role involves creating sophisticated AI models to generate safe, effective responses while adapting to individual student needs and behavioral patterns. This position is essential in demonstrating how universities can responsibly leverage AI technology to provide scalable, personalized mental health support for their student communities.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp	Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities	Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, or related field 6+ years of experience in developing and deploying large language models Strong expertise in modern AI frameworks and tools Experience with model fine-tuning and adaptation techniques Demonstrated ability to implement AI safety measures and content filtering Strong understanding of ML ops and model deployment Experience with real-time inference optimization Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills Strong programming skills in Python and related ML technologies
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with mental health or healthcare applications of AI Knowledge of multimodal AI systems incorporating sensor data Background in developing AI systems for academic or research environments Experience with responsible AI development and ethical guidelines Familiarity with HIPAA compliance requirements Experience with AI model monitoring and maintenance Knowledge of behavioral health interventions Publications or research experience in AI/ML Experience with distributed computing and GPU optimization
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries	Jamie Ibey
Department Contact Phone Number	603-646-7080
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title	Nicholas Jacobson, PhD
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer	Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check	Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?	Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants	This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds. Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link	https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/78025

Key Accountabilities

Description

AI Model Development and Training

Design and implement large language models optimized for mental health and wellness support
Develop training pipelines that incorporate behavioral sensing data and contextual information
Create mechanisms for personalizing AI responses based on individual user patterns and needs
Implement sophisticated safety filters and content moderation systems
Optimize model performance and response generation for real-time interactions
Develop and maintain model evaluation metrics and quality assurance processes

Percentage Of Time

Description

Safety and Supervision Systems

Design and implement supervisor models to oversee primary AI model outputs
Create robust hallucination detection and prevention systems
Implement multi-layered safety checks for generated responses
Develop crisis detection and escalation protocols
Ensure ethical AI principles are maintained throughout the system
Monitor and analyze model behavior for potential biases or safety concerns

Percentage Of Time

Description

Integration and Optimization

Collaborate with mobile and backend teams to integrate AI models with the broader platform
Develop efficient interfaces for real-time model inference and updates
Optimize model deployment for production environments
Create documentation for AI system architecture and processes
Participate in regular system reviews and improvements
Contribute to research publications and technical documentation

Percentage Of Time

--	Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--	Performs other duties as assigned.