Senior Research Scientist

The Human Language Analysis Lab at Vanderbilt University seeks a Senior Research Scientist for directing research and personnel doing state of the art natural language processing and app development related to psychological and health sciences.Brief Description of Duties:The Senior Research Scientist position provides strategic vision, leadership, mentorship, and direction to our diverse group of researchers for the Human Language Analysis Lab. The primary responsibilities include supervising, planning, and evaluating the activities of graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, as well as providing design, instruction, and implementation for cutting-edge multi-disciplinary research projects. The incumbent allocates lab time, resources, budgets, and interfaces with university administrative personnel accordingly. In this position, they will also be responsible for leading and preparing grant proposals, contributing as a senior or lead author to impactful research publications at the intersection of AI, health, and psychology, and expanding the missions of the HLAB. Work Unit DescriptionThe College of Connected Computing (CCC) is Vanderbilt’s groundbreaking interdisciplinary college, designed to foster radical collaboration at the intersection of computing and other disciplines. By uniting scholars, students, and industry, the CCC is committed to addressing society's most pressing problems through technology and collaboration.About Vanderbilt UniversitySituated in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University is recognized globally for its rigorous academic programs and dedication to innovative research and development, fostering a community committed to making a positive impact through discovery and teamwork. Responsibilities:25% Supervise, plan, and evaluate the activities of multiple levels of researchers including research scientists, postdoctoral associates, research support positions, and research assistants.25% Provide design, instruction, and implementation for innovative multi-disciplinary research projects, including oversight and development of apps utilizing LLMs and other NLP technology.10% Allocation of lab time, resources, and budgets, interfacing with university administrative personnel.15% Senior author or lead author impactful research manuscripts state-of-the-art impactful research at the intersection of AI and psychology, Job responsibilities listed herein are intended to be a thorough representation of the duties, responsibilities, expectations, and qualifications for this specific role at the time of hire but should not be considered all-encompassing as actual responsibilities may evolve to include additional duties as assigned based on organizational and operational needs.15% Lead and prepare grant proposals5% Modest service duties to expand the missions of the HLAB.5% Other duties as required Required QualificationsPhD in Computer Science or Computer and Information Science with extensive training in Natural Language Processing, Psychology and Health Research.2 years of post-PhD research experience in computational social science, psychology and related fields.Track-record of supervising cross-disciplinary research projects30 peer-reviewed publications covering the use of computational techniques for psychology, or health research.Track record of methodological or tool development.Preferred Qualifications:Experience as a senior data scientist.Experience serving on grant review committees and/or organizing research workshops.Track record of mentoring grad students and scientists CompanyAt Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.


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