Associate Research Scientist | Northeastern University Job at Northeastern University, Boston, MA

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  • Northeastern University
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

Associate Research Scientist

About the Opportunity

The Center for Signal Processing, Imaging, Reasoning and Learning (SPIRAL) at Northeastern University (NU) is seeking an Associate Research Scientist with a strong expertise in electrical and computer engineering, including physics, mathematics, signal processing, and machine learning demonstrated by a relevant Ph.D. degree and a scholarly record. For more information on the SPIRAL group and research:

The Associate Research Scientist will take a leading role in contemplating and conducting research, jointly with faculty and other postdoctoral research staff at SPIRAL. The Associate Research Scientist will lead projects and research teams under the broad theme of physiological signal processing, system modeling, and intervention design, with applications to a range of cognitive psychology, neuroscience, physiological, and biomedical problem domains. The Associate Research Scientist is expected to contribute to existing collaboration networks involving SPIRAL faculty, including the PEN (Psychologists, Engineers, Neuroscientists) Group at NU, and establish new collaborative research directions to expand the research activities and impact of SPIRAL under this theme. A significant component of the responsibilities for the role will include technical leadership of project teams funded by grants or contracts, mentoring of junior project personnel, superb execution of technical work to achieve impactful research outcomes and outstanding deliverables on schedule, including peer-reviewed publications. The candidate will be expected to develop research concepts, and help with proposals to seek external funding to support research activities.

NU offers an impressive benefits package, including multiple retirement plan options with extremely generous matching, as well as tuition waiver for classes and advanced degree programs. A full description of available benefits can be found on the NU website.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

  • Required: Ph.D. in Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field.



Required Skills/Qualities

  • Advanced mathematics and physics knowledge with ability to apply to modeling/engineering.
  • Advanced probability and information theory knowledge with the ability to apply to machine learning.
  • Experience with neuroscience and cognitive psychology data modeling and analysis.
  • Experience with programming in Python for machine learning implementation.
  • Excellent oral and writing skills, for example demonstrated by scholarly publications.



Desired Skills/Qualities

  • Experience with relevant software packages, such as PyTorch, scikit-learn, PsychoPy




Position Type


Research



Additional Information


Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.


Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.


All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.







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About Northeastern University

Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern is a leader in worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. Our broad mix of experience-based education programs?our signature cooperative education program, as well as student research, service learning, and global learning?build the connections that enable students to transform their lives. The University offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools.

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