Postdoc: AI for Forensic Toolmark Analysis

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a PREP Research Associate to lead research on Artificial Intelligence for Forensic Firearm and Toolmark Analysis. The role involves developing AI methods to enhance accuracy and reproducibility in forensic science and translating findings into actionable standards.

Ideal candidates hold a Ph.D. or master’s degree in a relevant field, have research experience in AI/ML, and possess strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with the forensic community and contribute to scientific publications.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Research experience in AI/ML for image analysis.
• Proficiency with Python or MATLAB.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop a research program on AI/ML in forensic analysis.
• Lead the development of a computational pipeline for toolmark images.
• Investigate AI/ML for toolmark image comparisons.
• Benchmark AI/ML against traditional examination methods.
• Quantify uncertainty of AI/ML outputs for courtroom testimony.
• Collaborate with the forensic community to translate findings.
• Publish findings and present at conferences.

Skills

Research experience in AI/ML for image analysis

Proficiency with Python

Proficiency with MATLAB

Strong oral communication skills

Strong written communication skills

Education

Ph.D. or master’s degree in computer science, physics, engineering, statistics, forensic science, or a closely related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a PREP Research Associate to lead research on Artificial Intelligence for Forensic Firearm and Toolmark Analysis. The role involves developing AI methods to enhance accuracy and reproducibility in forensic science and translating findings into actionable standards.

Ideal candidates hold a Ph.D. or master’s degree in a relevant field, have research experience in AI/ML, and possess strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with the forensic community and contribute to scientific publications.