Part-Time Graduate Research Assistant, ML & Computer Vision

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a part-time Wage-Payroll Graduate Assistant to support an NSF-funded interdisciplinary project on self-supervised visual learning inspired by human perception. The student will collaborate with PIs from Psychology and IST and participate in a team of researchers.

The role involves developing ML and CV algorithms, handling data, conducting experiments, and assisting with manuscripts and reports.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a graduate program at Penn State (M.S. or Ph.D.).
• Background in artificial intelligence, computer vision, machine learning, or a closely related field.
• Strong programming skills in Python; experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar deep learning frameworks is preferred.
• Familiarity with computer vision, deep learning, or statistical learning methods.
• Experience with scientific programming, data analysis, or software development in a Linux environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research team.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Prior research experience in mechanical engineering, robotics, materials science, or related application domains is a plus, but not required.
• Prior research experience, publications, or open-source software contributions are desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Developing and evaluating machine learning and computer vision algorithms
• Implementing and testing research software
• Preparing and processing image and video datasets
• Conducting experiments and statistical analyses
• Reviewing relevant scientific literature
• Assisting with studies as needed
• Documenting research findings
• Supporting the preparation of manuscripts, presentations, and research reports

Skills

Python

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Machine learning

Computer vision

Linux

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Graduate enrollment (M.S. or Ph.D.)

Tools

Linux environment

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a part-time Wage-Payroll Graduate Assistant to support an NSF-funded interdisciplinary project on self-supervised visual learning inspired by human perception. The student will collaborate with PIs from Psychology and IST and participate in a team of researchers.

The role involves developing ML and CV algorithms, handling data, conducting experiments, and assisting with manuscripts and reports.