Faculty Associate, Center for Secure Artificial intelligence For hEalthcare (SAFE) - McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics
McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics is looking for a faculty associate in health data science and artificial intelligence to join our Center for Secure Artificial intelligence For hEalthcare (SAFE) department and conduct cutting-edge research in data analysis, machine learning, natural language processing, and privacy technology.
The ideal candidate will have a PhD degree in computer science, health informatics, or a related field, as well as relevant research experience and publications in top-tier venues.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Conduct research in health data science and artificial intelligence, such as data analysis, machine learning,
natural language processing, and privacy technology.
· Design and implement research projects that address novel and challenging problems and generate high-impact results.
· Write and publish research papers in top-tier journals and conferences.
· Present research findings at national and international conferences and workshops.
· Collaborate with other researchers and faculty members and participate in research meetings and activities.
· Contribute to the advancement of the field and the department.
· Stay updated on the latest trends and developments in health data science, artificial intelligence, and privacy technology.
APPOINTMENTS/BENEFITS:
This position is a full-time, 12-month appointment on the non-tenure track, renewable every year.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• PhD degree in computer science, health informatics, or a related field.
• Relevant research experience and publications in health data science and artificial intelligence.
• Strong knowledge and skills in data analysis, machine learning, natural language processing, and privacy technology.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to collaborate with other researchers and faculty members and contribute to the department.
• Passion for research and health data science and artificial intelligence.
SALARY:
Competitive and dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Please provide a CV, research statement, and contact information for three references.
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth)
Established in 1972 by The University of Texas System Board of Regents, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) is Houston’s Health University and Texas’ resource for health care education, innovation, scientific discovery and excellence in patient care. The most comprehensive academic health center in the UT System and the U.S. Gulf Coast region, UTHealth Houston is home to schools of biomedical informatics, biomedical sciences, dentistry, nursing and public health and the John P. and Kathrine G. McGovern Medical School. UTHealth Houston includes The University of Texas Harris County Psychiatric Center, as well as the growing clinical practices UT Physicians, UT Dentists and UT Health Services. The university’s primary teaching hospitals are Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital and Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital.
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In addition, all UTHealth Houston employees who are assigned to work at a location that is subject to the affiliated partner’s hospital, clinical offices, or agency are required to abide by UTHealth’s Houston rules and regulations, as well as the affiliate’s rules and regulations, including COVID-19 vaccination and safety requirements.
Work location is based on the needs of the department and may be adjusted.
