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Technical Associate I
  • Job Number: 25774
  • Functional Area: Research - Scientific
  • Department: Comp Sci & Artificial Intelligence Lab
  • School Area: Schwarzman College of Computing
  • Pay Range Minimum: $50,000
  • Pay Range Maximum: $63,000
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:
  • Pay Grade: No Grade


Posting Description

TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab, works closely with Principal Investigators, Research Scientists, Post-Doctoral Associates, Graduate Students, and external collaborators on ongoing research studies involving the scientific study of machine learning models and the development of new machine learning methods; will be responsible for a variety of technical, training and administrative assistance activities supporting the research team through all phases of the project; and support research activities related to language model interpretability.

The full job description is available here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/oczm4zmu5vi8kdzkgak5g/Technical-Associate-1-JD.pdf?rlkey=anwayzum7woha18l7wuzro1f3&st=h8eineeq&dl=0

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science; two years of relevant research experience (which may include experience gained as an undergraduate); demonstrated experience in ML interpretability, program synthesis, and mathematical modeling of complex systems; proficiency with: Python (including Pytorch) and LaTeX; excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to present information in small groups and write clear and concise research reports; and ability to work in teams and contribute to group projects.

This position is funded through September 2027. Extension beyond that is subject to renewed funding and performance.

6/8/2026