Research Assistant in FAIR Lab (Prof. Hadi Hosseini) [Remote]

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Dr. Hadi within Penn State's College of Information Sciences and Technology seeks to hire an individual to work part-time on research within a subfield of artificial intelligence that deals with multiagent systems, algorithmic fairness, and matching markets.

Qualifications/Special Skills Required (at least some of the below):

• Proficient in algorithm design and analysis.

• Proficient in technical analysis and mathematical proof writing pertaining to the above fields.

• Proficient in one programming language, preferably Python or Java. 

• Some understanding of topics in game theory is an asset.

• Must be motivated and detail oriented. 

• Must be flexible and able to multi-task. 

• Must be reliable, punctual, and uphold confidentiality at all times. 

FAIR Lab :

Individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Feel free to get in touch should you have any questions about this position.

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