Research - engineering

New York University: NYU - NY: Tandon School of Engineering: Computer Science & Engineering

FULL TIME RESEARCH ENGINEER

New York University Tandon School of Engineering

The Visualization Imaging and Data Analysis Center (VIDA) at NYU's Tandon School of Engineering is a multidisciplinary research hub focused on developing innovative solutions to complex data challenges. We collaborate with academic, industry, and government partners to advance the state of the art in computer and data science to support data-driven exploration.

VIDA is seeking talented Research Engineers to join our dynamic team. This position involves research and development in data science and engineering areas relevant to ongoing projects in the VIDA Center. Our projects span implementation-focused and method-focused directions, as well as multidisciplinary collaborations across domains.

New York University (NYU) is one of the top private universities in the United States, and the Tandon School of Engineering, located in Brooklyn, NY, is deeply committed to excellence in teaching and learning. Tandon fosters student and faculty innovation and entrepreneurship that make a difference in the world. Beyond VIDA, NYU offers a unique environment for pursuing data science and engineering research, and New York City provides unmatched access to top academic institutions, industry research labs, and startups.

Design and development of novel visualization, AI, data management and data analysis methods

Application of machine learning and AI techniques to domain-specific challenges

Collaboration with domain experts from fields such as urban computing, biomedical research, and beyond

New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific funding source and the terms of the research grant contracts when extending an offer.

We are looking for candidates that can start as soon as possible. This position is expected to be for 1 year with the possibility of renewal subject to available funding and job performance.

MS or BS degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field, with practical software engineering experience. Strong programming and a track record of building and optimizing complex codebases. Experience contributing to open-source communities and deploying software is a strong plus.

Strong programming skills and experience with data analysis

Database systems and big data management

Information integration and data engineering

Data visualization and visual analytics

Machine learning and artificial intelligence

Software development and system design

Experience with open-source software development

Domain expertise in urban computing, biomedical research, or other applied fields

Experience collaborating on multidisciplinary research teams

NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.