Research Associate

Columbia University Irving Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Research Associate to contribute to innovative research activities in the Department of Biomedical Informatics. This role involves developing and evaluating cutting-edge AI technologies for health applications, collaborating with a diverse team of experts, and participating in impactful research projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong computational skills, programming expertise, and a commitment to scientific communication. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions can lead to significant advancements in healthcare technology.

Qualifications

• Strong computational background expected.
• Experience with large language models and programming required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate AI and Large Language Models for biomedical applications.
• Engage in research, programming, and publication activities.

Skills

Computational Skills

Communication Skills

Programming (Java, Python, R)

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

GPT API

LLAMA

Deepseek

Job description

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Grade 103

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 35.00
• Standard Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Building: PH-20
• Salary Range: 62,400 - 62,400
  
  

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

The Department of Biomedical Informatics is seeking a dedicated Research Associate with a strong work ethic and excellent computational and communication skills. The ideal candidate will contribute to research activities, support R&D initiatives, and participate in collaborative projects within Dr. Weng’s lab. Working under Dr. Weng’s direction, the Research Associate will engage with a diverse, interdisciplinary team of experts spanning medicine, informatics, engineering, nursing, and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Developing and evaluating Symbolic Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models for Biomedical and health applications using vast clinical evidence.
• Programming, research, user involvement and publication.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience required
• Must demonstrate successful completion of projects of significant scope and complexity, possess the ability and willingness to work efficiently with faculty, users and staff and perform multiple tasks with competing deadlines. Good judgment and communication skills are essential.
  
  

Other Requirements

• Strong computational background is expected.
• Experience with GPT API, LLAMA, Deepseek, and other popular large language models with example research products is expected.
• Outstanding scientific communication skills are required to contribute to the scientific publications of the assigned projects.
• Proficient in common programming languages such as Java, Python, R, etc.
• Familiar with full stack development including front-end user interfaces and backend database management systems.
• Have an excellent ability to collaborate and be able to work with interdisciplinary teams and support many projects simultaneously.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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