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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant for the summer term who will engage in research, code development, testing, and deployment. This role offers the opportunity to work with both open-source and commercial AI tools, as well as various large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT and other pre-trained models. You will have the opportunity to work up to a maximum of 10 hours per week.Required Skills:
Strong knowledge of Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Proficiency in Python and integrating third-party APIs
Experience with dataset management, model training, and evaluation
Additional Opportunities:Successful candidates may have the opportunity to continue their research into the Fall 2024 semester, expanding upon their summer work.Term of Employment:Start Date: June 2024End Date: August 25, 2024Application Instructions:Please submit your resume, a cover letter, and any relevant work samples demonstrating your expertise in the areas mentioned above.This position is ideal for candidates who are enthusiastic about AI and machine learning and are looking to apply their technical skills in a dynamic research environment. We look forward to your applications and potentially having you join our team this summer to drive innovative projects forward.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster (https://affirmativeaction.psu.edu/files/2022/01/Federal-Contractors-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf) PA State Labor Law PosterAffirmative Action (https://policy.psu.edu/policies/hr11) Penn State PoliciesCopyright Information (https://www.psu.edu/copyright-information) HotlinesUniversity Park, PA
