Post-Doctoral associate

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Job Description Summary Job Description Summary UMIACS invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship focused on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in computer systems and high-performance computing (HPC), and accelerating AI using HPC systems. This position offers an opportunity to research the intersection of computer systems, HPC and AI. The selected candidate will join Dr. Bhatele’s research group and work closely with Dr. Goldstein’s group. Physical Demands: n/a Minimum Qualifications: • Ph.D. in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field with a strong computer systems or AI component. Candidates who have recently defended their doctoral thesis or expect to do so by the fellowship start date are encouraged to apply. • Demonstrated experience in programming languages (e.g., C/C++/CUDA/Triton) and machine learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow). • Experience with parallel programming models and languages (e.g. MPI, OpenMP, CUDA, Kokkos) • Experience with fine-tuning AI models such as multi-modal models, agent-based models, Code LLMs. • Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to both academic and non-academic audiences. • A collaborative spirit, with a willingness to engage in interdisciplinary research and contribute to a team environment. Additional Job Details Required Application Materials: A cover letter detailing research interests and fit for the position. A curriculum vitae including a list of publications. A research proposal (max 2 pages) outlining your proposed ideas in the areas mentioned above Contact information for three references. Best Consideration Date: 2/3/25 Posting Close Date: NA Open Until Filled: Yes Financial Disclosure Required For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website . Department CMNS-Institute for Advanced Computer Studies Worker Sub-Type Faculty Regular Salary Range $65,000-80,000 Benefits Summary For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this link . Background Checks Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information . 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