Technical Associate I

• Job Number: 24368

• Functional Area: Research - Scientific

• Department: Comp Sci & Artificial Intelligence Lab

• School Area: Schwarzman College of Computing

• Employment Type: Full-Time

• Employment Category: Exempt

• Visa Sponsorship Available: No

• Schedule: Monday-Friday

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  Posting Description

TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab (CSAIL) (multiple openings), to join MIT FutureTech (https://futuretech.mit.edu/) , an interdisciplinary group of computer scientists, engineers, and economists who study the foundations of progress in computing and artificial intelligence (AI)--the trends, implications, opportunities, and risks. Will work to understand the economic and technical foundations of progress in computing generally and AI in particular. The responsibilities will include analyzing trends in deep learning or other aspects of computing, gathering primary or secondary data, preparing research visualizations, writing, making presentations, analysis, and other duties as assigned. Will also collaborate with others in the lab and contribute both to their research and the broader work of the lab.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, data science, or other relevant field; two years of relevant research experience (which may include experience gained as an undergraduate); demonstrated interest in the topics being studied in the lab; strong verbal and written English communication skills; and ability to work as part of a team and contribute to group projects. PREFERRED: master’s degree in economics, computer science, data science, or other relevant field. Job #24368

Will work primarliy and routinely on-site in the lab.

This is a one-year term postion based on continued research funding. 9/5/2024