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We are looking for two research faculty to join AI-Powered Athletics. The AI-Powered Athletics project is a collaboration between the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) and the University Athletics Association (UAA). The project aims to build the infrastructure and interdisciplinary relationships needed to bring AI-Powered Athletics to the field, lab, and classroom. The initial phase of the project will focus on data curation. The research faculty will play a key role in managing, analyzing, and utilizing the data to benefit team performance, support student-athlete health and well-being, and enable scientific and educational research.
Individuals will be hired at the rank of Assistant Research Scientist with a starting salary of $95,000 + fringe benefits. Although the anticipated hiring rank is Research Assistant Scientist, senior levels will be considered based upon experience.
Across the two positions, we are seeking experience in database management, human subject research including ethics approval process and regulatory compliance, computer programming (Python and R preferred), data analysis and visualization, machine learning and artificial intelligence, wearable sensors, biomechanics, sports analytics, sports performance, and exercise physiology. Ideal candidates would also have a broad knowledge of colleges sports and/or elite-level competitive athletics. Candidates will be expected to adhere to privacy regulations related to student-athletes, including but not limited to HIPAA, FERPA, NCAA compliance, and UAA reporting guidelines. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work on interdisciplinary teams is required.
The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the positions are filled. The anticipated start date is Spring/Summer 2024.
You must apply by submitting an application through UFCareers via https://jobs.ufl.edu (Job 530472). Direct link at https://lnkd.in/gvZvTyh7 Applications include1. Cover letter (summary and introduction; relate to hiring emphasis areas) 2. Curriculum vitae. 3. List of three or more references. 4.Statement of research experience (2 page maximum; relate to AI-Powered Athletics)
Questions? Please reach out to Dr. Jennifer Nichols at jnichols@bme.ufl.edu
Individuals will be hired at the rank of Assistant Research Scientist with a starting salary of $95,000 + fringe benefits. Although the anticipated hiring rank is Research Assistant Scientist, senior levels will be considered based upon experience.
Across the two positions, we are seeking experience in database management, human subject research including ethics approval process and regulatory compliance, computer programming (Python and R preferred), data analysis and visualization, machine learning and artificial intelligence, wearable sensors, biomechanics, sports analytics, sports performance, and exercise physiology. Ideal candidates would also have a broad knowledge of colleges sports and/or elite-level competitive athletics. Candidates will be expected to adhere to privacy regulations related to student-athletes, including but not limited to HIPAA, FERPA, NCAA compliance, and UAA reporting guidelines. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work on interdisciplinary teams is required.
The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the positions are filled. The anticipated start date is Spring/Summer 2024.
You must apply by submitting an application through UFCareers via https://jobs.ufl.edu (Job 530472). Direct link at https://lnkd.in/gvZvTyh7 Applications include1. Cover letter (summary and introduction; relate to hiring emphasis areas) 2. Curriculum vitae. 3. List of three or more references. 4.Statement of research experience (2 page maximum; relate to AI-Powered Athletics)
Questions? Please reach out to Dr. Jennifer Nichols at jnichols@bme.ufl.edu