Postdoctoral Scholar Research, Computer Science at University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida

Job Description:

Department: Computer Science and Engineering

College/Division: College of Engineering

Location: Tampa, FL

Salary Plan: Temporary

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $70,000/year

Position Summary:

The Computer Science and Engineering Department at the University of South Florida is seeking an exceptional postdoctoral scholar in robotics and machine learning. The postdoctoral scholar will lead efforts in developing AI models and robotics algorithms:

- AI models for patient condition assessment (emotion, pain, and physical conditions) and decision-making

- Robotics grasping and manipulation algorithm for physical interventions and care

The scholar will work as a part of an interdisciplinary team composed of professors from multiple institutions (USF, FAU, Notre Dame, Stanford, and TAMU,) and medical doctors from three hospitals (Tampa General Hospital, Stanford University Hospital, and Inova).

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate should hold a Ph.D. degree in CSE, ECE, Robotics, or a related field focusing on machine learning and/or robotics. Experience with human subjects is a plus.

Additional Information for Applicants:

Candidates should submit a CV, a one-page summary of research interests, and the names and contact information of three references.

The position is available as early as January 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Initial appointments are for one year, with the possibility of yearly renewal by mutual agreement. This position is funded with a two-year NIH UG3 grant and a three-year USF CREATE Center grant. Upon completing the UG3 phase milestones, it will transition to the UH3 Phase for three more years.

Information about the two grants

• https://www.usf.edu/engineering/news/2024/cse/ai_and_neonatal.aspx
• https://www.usf.edu/engineering/news/2024/cse/cita.aspx

• https://www.usf.edu/engineering/cse/about/

• https://www.usf.edu/about-usf/index.aspx

• https://www.tampa.gov/about-us

This job is subject to Foreign Influence Screening: During the 2021 Florida legislative session, House Bill 7017 ("HB 7017") was passed and later signed into law by Governor DeSantis. The new law modifies a variety of Florida Statutes to address concerns regarding improper foreign influence. With regard to employment at major research institutions like the University of South Florida, the new law requires thorough review of certain applicants for positions involving research.

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Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 38144

Posting Date: 11/04/2024

Posting End Date: 01/03/2025

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About USF

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

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