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Post-Doctoral Associate - Song

The University of Georgia • Athens, Georgia, US • 6m ago

Posting Number:

G/R23152P

Working Title:

Department:

ENGR-Electrical & Computer

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

College/Unit/Department website:

https://engineering.uga.edu/

Employment Type:

Employee

Additional Schedule Information:

Full-time, 40 hours per week. Tentative start date of 11/1/23.

This is a 1-year appointment with the possibility of the position extending into a 2-year appointment based on job performance and continuation of funding.

Advertised Salary:

$55,000

Anticipated Start Date:

11/01/2023

Posting Date:

08/31/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Along with your application, please upload your CV/resume, unofficial transcripts, and 3 professional references (name, title, and contact information).

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EOO Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Conduct research and development.

Percentage of time:

Duties/Responsibilities:

Coordinate the project and team members.

Percentage of time:

Duties/Responsibilities:

Manage events with project partners.

Percentage of time:

Classification Title:

Post-Doctoral Associate AD

FLSA:

Exempt

FTE:

1.00

Position Summary:

The College of Engineering at the University of Georgia is seeking to grow and diversify its programs through investments in researchers with expertise in advanced signal processing and artificial intelligence as it applies to the research and scholarship in Cyber-Physical Systems including but not limited to power and health systems.

The College invites applications for multiple postdoc positions in Advanced Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence in Cyber-Physical Systems. These positions seek to identify highly qualified candidates with expertise at the intersection of data science and artificial intelligence with Cyber-Physical Systems and Security, in particular IoT, power and healthcare systems. We particularly look for strong candidates with fundamental and applied research on these two areas: (a) Advanced Signal Processing, (b) Deep Learning Interpretability and Domain Generalization. This position will be centered in the College of Engineering’s Center for Cyber-Physical Systems (CCPS) and will be supervised by the Center Director.

This is a 1-year appointment (12 months).

This position will develop a vigorous, high-impact, externally funded research program; manage the CCPS’s outreach and proposal missions; effectively mentor undergraduate and graduate students; and contribute to the overall environment within the University.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position:

A Ph.D. in any engineering discipline relevant to the field of machine learning and signal processing.

Preference given to candidates who exhibit:

A strong record of research, scholarship, and instruction that is commensurate with the stage in their professional career and aligned with the areas of research and scholarship associated with this position
A focus on interdisciplinary scholarship that addresses critical societal challenges.

Physical Demands:

Typical for office and lab environments.

Is this a Position of Trust?:

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

Does this position require a P-Card? :

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

Is driving a requirement of this position?:

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):

Yes

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name:

Amanda Frances Mooney

Recruitment Contact Email:

afm19918@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone:

706-542-5263

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