Research Scientist (Part-time)

NYU Tandon School of Engineering

Description:  The System & Artificial Intelligence (SAI) Lab in the Electrical and Computer Engineering department at NYU Tandon focuses on exploring the field where deep learning and hardware systems intersect. Our primary goal is to co-optimize AI algorithms and the underlying hardware architecture to enhance the implementation of AI. Additionally, we leverage AI as a powerful tool to streamline the hardware design process. 

New York University (NYU) is one of the top private universities in the United States, and the Tandon School of Engineering, located in Brooklyn, NY, is deeply committed to excellence in teaching and learning. Tandon fosters student and faculty innovation and entrepreneurship that make a difference in the world. 

Expectations 

The research scientist will engage in original interdisciplinary research. In addition to taking on a leadership role in ongoing projects, they will be able to engage in the research activities of their choice, within the scope of NYU's SAI Lab, within the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. They will also work closely with Prof. Sai Qian Zhang on efficient designs for machine learning models. 

Salary:

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the salary for this position is $27.50 an hour with a commitment of at least 10 hours per week.  This position is for 4 months, with an opportunity to renew subject to availability of funds.

• • MA or PhD (preferred) with expertise in Electrical and Computer Engineering or related field;

  • Excellent communication skills;

  • Demonstrated program coordination experience, ideally in an academic setting.

Applicants should submit, as one pdf, the following information:

• an up-to-date CV that includes a complete list of publications

• a research statement that describes their interest and goals and how their research relates to this position

• Brief cover letter, explaining your interest and fit for the position

• names and contact information for three references (submitted by recommenders (not by the candidate)

• copies of up to three relevant scientific papers

All application materials should be submitted electronically via Interfolio and to: [ece-announcements@nyu.edu] 

Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and will continue until the position is filled.  Expected start date is April 1, 2025.

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