Research Associate in System and Information Engineering

Postdoctoral Research Associate in “Mobile Sensing for Personalized Digital Health”

The Sensing Systems for Health Lab at the University of Virginia is recruiting highly motivated candidates to collaborate on projects that involve creating and designing novel AI-enabled digital health systems. Experience in areas including mobile / wearable sensing, software development, machine learning, and signal processing to work on research in personalized behavioral health. The successful applicant will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop software and computational models that leverage data from mobile devices like smartphones and smartwatches to deliver health interventions.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with team members on interdisciplinary projects in digital health.
• Lead manuscripts for submission to journals and conferences.
• Present research findings at seminars, conferences, and scientific venues.
• Develop innovative and robust machine learning algorithms to personalize interventions.
• Develop computational models from digital health study data.
• Support grant/proposal writing as appropriate.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Candidates will have a Ph.D. in computer science, information science, biomedical informatics, or related field by the start date. They should have demonstrated excellence in one or more of the following fields as evidenced by publications in top tier journals and conferences or software products: machine learning, signal processing, mobile / wearable sensors, human factors, or human-centered computing.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online at https://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0059257

and attach a cover letter, the most recent CV with a description of relevant experience, publications, and contact information for three references.

Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the CV box.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on April 15, 2024, but the position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

This is a one-year appointment; however, the appointment may be renewed for an additional one year, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Laura Barnes, Professor, Associate Director of Link Lab at lb3dp@virginia.edu .

For questions about the application process, please contact Richard Haverstrom, Academic Recruiter, at rkh6j@Virginia.edu .

For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits .

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.