Research Assistant 2
Hiring Unit:
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Position Summary:- Develop methods for uncertainty quantification and calibration to ensure reliable predictions and risk control.
- Oversees and assists with the design of active-learning strategies and experiments to improve data efficiency and guide experimental decisions.
- Develop and maintain Python pipelines for statistical modelling, experimentation, and analysis.
- Contribute to scientific publications, conference presentations, and grant reporting.
- Develop verifiable retrieval and memory methods for scientific large language model (LLM) agents.
- A PhD in Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, with research experience in AI or machine learning, is an asset.
- Knowledge of machine learning, probabilistic modelling, uncertainty quantification, and model interpretability.
- Experience in machine-learning-guided materials design or optimization, demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications.
- Proficiency in Python and scientific machine-learning tools, including reproducible research software development.
Education:
- A PhD in a related field is an asset.
_ Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located. _
_ McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 4 on a scale of 0-4. _
Hourly Salary:$32.15
Hours per Week:5 (Part time)
Location:Burnside Hall
Supervisor:Professor
PositionStart Date:Position End Date:Final date to receive applications:This position is covered by the Association ofMcGill University Research Employees(AMURE) collective agreement.
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