Job Description
SRNL's Global Security Division is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Researcher to join a collaborative project between SRNL and the University of Georgia. The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge research at the intersection of machine learning, deep learning, statistics, and text mining / analytics. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful research in the areas of fake news detection and prediction using text and image analysis.
The Postdoctoral Research Associate positions are fixed term assignments within the company and benefits eligible.
Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct research in machine learning, deep learning, and statistics, with a focus on text mining and fake news detection.
- Develop and implement novel algorithms and methodologies for analyzing textual and visual data.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams from SRNL and University of Georgia to address research challenges and achieve project goals.
- Publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals.
- Mentor graduate students and contribute to the academic environment of the University of Georgia.
- Mentor PhD, MS or UGR researchers that have a temp or full time position at SRNL and contribute to the SRNL research environment.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong background in machine learning, deep learning, and statistical analysis.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or similar.
- Demonstrated experience in text mining, particularly in the context of fake news detection and prediction.
- Track record of publications in reputable conferences and journals.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Must be a US Citizen to obtain security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity and experience with natural language processing techniques
- Experience in image analysis and processing.
- Previous collaboration with government or industry partners.
About Us
"We put science to work!"
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.
Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.
Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:
- Benefits vary based upon employment status
- Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
- Short & Long Term Disability (company paid)
- Life Insurance Non-Contributory 1X salary (company paid)
- AD&D Non-contributory 1x salary (company paid)
- Savings & Investment plan:
- Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
- Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (3 yr. vesting in company match)
- Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
- Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Employee Assistance Plan
BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.
About The Team
The Global Security Directorate (GSD) of SRNL provides a team focused on staff development and infrastructure upgrades for nuclear reprocessing science and technology programs at SRNL. GSD is growing its support of its critical NNSA nonproliferation portfolios and is building its teams to support these enduring programs. GSD is looking for people who can use their talents and experience to help build state of the art business programs as SRNL continues to use it diverse creative staff to deliver the highest quality programs to its customer.
