Title:
Post-Doctoral Research Associate - Open Innovation Open Science Lab

Department:
Humanities & Social Sciences

Reports To:
Assistant Professor Humanities & Social Sciences

Position Type:
Staff

Position Summary:
The Open Innovation Open Science Lab at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the lab. The lab mainly works in crowd-empowered knowledge management with a focus on the dynamics of large-scale open challenges for social innovation and scientific development. The lab aims to conduct interdisciplinary research that integrates social scientific theories and computational methodologies to understand the behavioral mechanisms underlying human collective intelligence and collective action.

Essential Functions:
- Lead and perform data collection and data pre-processing using relevant algorithms.
- Perform large-scale data analysis and advanced statistical modeling using computational tools.
- Carry out data visualization using relevant algorithms and/or software.
- Contribute by preparing journal publications, conference submissions, and grant proposals.
- Mentor and coordinate undergraduate and/or graduate research assistants.
- Develop collaborative research projects on topics of shared interest with the PI.

Prerequisite Qualifications:
- Candidates should have a PhD in data science, computer science, engineering, informatics, human-computer interaction (HCI), management information systems, or related fields.
- Strong mathematical, statistical (e.g., Bayesian modeling and optimization) and programming skills (Python, MATLAB, R), evidence of research productivity, and strong communication skills are required.
- At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with large-scale datasets is a plus.

Bargaining Unit:
AFT-UCAN

FLSA:
Exempt
Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants:
The position starts as early as July 1st, 2024. The initial appointment is for one year with possible extension opportunities. Interested candidates should contact Dr. Yao Sun (yao.sun@njit.edu) and send (1) a cover letter outlining their background and interests, (2) a CV with a list of publications, and (3) a list of three references with the contact information for each referee. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The application period will remain open until the position is filled.