What are the responsibilities and job description for the Artificial Intelligence Researcher position at University of Missouri-Kansas City?
The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), Kansas City's only R1 public research university, is part of the University of Missouri System. Known for academic excellence, UMKC offers over 125 programs through its professional schools and colleges. The university prioritizes preparing students for success while connecting them with academic and professional opportunities in the vibrant Kansas City community. With a commitment to innovation and research, UMKC focuses on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff.
This is a full-time, on-site Artificial Intelligence Researcher position located in Kansas City, KS. The researcher will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing AI models and algorithms to solve complex problems. Day-to-day tasks include conducting cutting-edge research, analyzing data sets, implementing machine learning techniques, and presenting findings through academic publications and conferences. Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and contributing to the university's research community will also form a key component of this role. Additionally, the researcher will support the mentoring of students and assist in grant writing activities.
- Strong foundation in Computer Science and expertise in practical AI applications
- Proficiency in Data Science and Pattern Recognition for developing innovative solutions
- Experience with Research methodologies and analytical problem-solving
- Knowledge and application of advanced Statistics for impactful research
- Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary academic environment
- Prior experience in publishing research papers or developing AI-based projects is highly desirable