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Learn more about American University\nDepartment:\nCollege of Arts & SciencesTime Type:\nFull timeJob Description:\nThe Department of Computer Science in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow. The appointment is a 12-month term position, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability, and will commence on October 15, 2024.\nApplicants should hold a PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field on or before October 1, 2024. The project focuses on conducting cutting-edge research in spatial and temporal data analysis using advanced machine learning technologies. The successful candidate will become a part of an interdisciplinary team working to develop machine learning techniques for remote sensing and uncertainty estimation. Candidates must have a strong programming background.\nRequirements:\nPhD in Computer Science or a related field with a strong emphasis on machine learning.\nProficiency in using PyTorch and other machine learning libraries for developing and implementing machine learning models is essential.\nAbility to prepare comprehensive written reports, including the use of text and graphics to convey information clearly.\nPublication record in relevant scientific journals.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nSalary for the position is $65,000. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled, subject to on-going budgetary approval. Please submit applications via the Workday link: https://american.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AU/job/East-Campus-Washington-DC/Computer-Science-Postdoctoral-Fellow_R1839. Include a letter of application and curriculum vitae. Workday will solicit contact information for three letters of reference after applications are submitted and the review process begins. Please contact Dr. Leah Ding  if you have any questions.\nAmerican University is a private institution within easy reach of the many centers of government, business, research, and the arts located within the nation’s capital. For more information about American University, visit www.american.edu.\nThe Department of Computer Science is a small but exciting department with a growing student population and strong research achievements. American University has specifically identified Computer Science as one of its targets for growth, with the goal of making it a premium research and teaching unit within the university. Learn more about the College of Arts and Sciences at http://www.american.edu/cas/ and about the department at http://www.american.edu/cas/cs/.\nAmerican University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities. American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus. Hiring offers for this position are contingent on the successful completion of a background check.\nBenefits\nAU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.\nOther Details\nHiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.\n\nEmployees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.\n\nPlease note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.\n\nAmerican University is an E-Verify employer.\n\nCurrent American University Employees\nAmerican University current employees must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday andselect the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.\nContact Us\nFor more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email .\nAmerican University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. 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