COSMOS - Graduate Research Assistant (ML/AI)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Graduate Research Assistant to engage in cutting-edge research utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence to analyze video-based social media data. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic research team, developing predictive models and contributing to impactful projects in socio-computational analysis. Ideal candidates will possess a strong foundation in computer science, excellent communication skills, and a passion for innovative research. Join a vibrant academic community where your contributions will shape the future of technology and social science.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; preference for Computer Science or related.
• Experience in programming and data management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research using ML and AI methods on social media data.
• Assist with data collection, cleaning, and analysis.

Skills

Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Public Speaking

SQL

Graph Theory

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Graduate degree program admission

Tools

Python

R

Pandas

Matplotlib

TensorFlow

Gephi

NetworkX

Job description

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Type of Position: Graduate Assistant

Workstudy Position: No
Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term)
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Sponsorship Available: No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department: COSMOS

Department's Website: https://cosmos.ualr.edu/
Summary of Job Duties: The Graduate Research Assistant will develop machine learning and artificial intelligence (ML/AI)-driven socio-computational models to analyze social media data, particularly video-based social media data. Analysis will include (but not limited to) content analysis and network analysis. Content will include text, multimedia, and metadata. The Graduate Research Assistant will work with the research team to develop predictive models of socio-technical behaviors and identify key actors and key groups responsible for coordinating cyber campaigns.

This is an on-campus position. Position reports to Dr. Nitin Agarwal ([e-mail]), Maulden-Entergy Endowed Chair and Distinguished Professor and Director, COSMOS Research Center, UA-Little Rock. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education;
• Regular admission to a graduate degree program or good standing with the Graduate School for continuing graduate students;
• Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours per week/PT-25% - 10 hours per week) with regular attendance.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• The candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related discipline;
• A candidate with experience in computer programming and data management will be given preference;
• Knowledge of computational social science and social network analysis;
• Experience with graph theory and graphic libraries such as Gephi or NetworkX;
• Experience with crawling web data;
• Familiar with UNIX-based systems such as Linux.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct research applying machine learning and AI methods to social media data;
• Assist with video-based online information environment analysis;
• Assist with data collection, cleaning, preprocessing, analyzing findings from the data, writing research findings, and presenting the research at conferences, scientific venues, program reviews, and other venues;
• Assist in preparing reports and publications;
• Coordinate meetings and lead discussions;
• Other tasks as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of R or Python, including data analysis and graphing libraries such as Pandas, Matplotlib, Plotly, as well as ML libraries such as SK-Learn, TensorFlow;
• Experience with machine learning techniques and models such as classifiers, transformers, clustering, etc.;
• Knowledge of DB systems and SQL language;
• Ability to interact with people of diverse ethnic backgrounds;
• Communication skills, writing skills, and public speaking;
• Effective organizational skills.

Additional Information:

Salary Information: 1500 monthly

Required Documents to Apply: Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Fadime Ledford ([e-mail])
Grant Manager, COSMOS Research Center

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Pre-employment Screening Requirements: No Background Check Required

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Benefits Eligible: No