Job Opportunity: Research Scientist

April 1, 2022

The Image Permanence Institute (IPI) is looking for an accomplished data scientist to join its preservation research team. Reporting to the Director of Research at IPI, this new position offers the opportunity to apply and develop data analytics and modeling within the field of cultural heritage. Working in a multidisciplinary team, the appointed researcher will conduct research using advanced data science to generate knowledge from data and address preservation science and cultural heritage challenges relating to environmental modeling and control, material response, and sustainable preservation strategies.

Typical Functions

• Independently performs components of IPI’s research program as directed by the Director of Research.
• Independently conducts research to include, but not limited to: design and planning of research studies, data management, model development, collaborating on experiment development, analysis and interpretation of research results, and evaluation of research techniques.
• Presentation of research projects which may include authoring papers, manuscripts, publications, technical white papers.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders.
• May plan and lead research components of existing research projects or serve as the designated project manager or principal investigator including; methods for project planning, assessment of cost, scope, and project management.
• Assists in identifying/securing research funding.
• Delivers research-based teaching for professional development.
• May mentor and supervise research support staff and students.
• May assist with managing research facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Analytics, Mathematics, Physics or related field is strongly preferred.
• Scientific writing skills demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications.
• Knowledge of grant and project writing procedures.
• Applied knowledge of the following: Machine Learning/Deep Learning/AI, Environmental data, Time-series analysis, Design of Experiments

Learn more about the position (RIT Career Zone, 6678BR) and apply

Questions

Please contact Emma Richardson, Director of Research and Chair of the search committee, if you have any questions about the position: ejrph@rit.edu

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