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New York University

Research Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$48K/yr

Description FULL TIME RESEARCH ASSOCIATE New York University Tandon School of Engineering The ... Please ensure all materials are provided through the Interfolio digital portal and directed to ...

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Research Associate

New York University

New York, NY • On-site

$48K/yr

Full-time

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FULL TIME RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
New York University Tandon School of Engineering
The C2SMART Center at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is seeking to hire a Full time Research Associate to work under the supervision of Professor Eugene Vinitsky.
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.The C2SMART Center focuses on academic investigations into metropolitan transit, gridlock mitigation, and vehicular innovations.
Responsibilities
Candidates will be responsible for creating human behavior simulation models for motorists, walkers, and bikers within a custom hardware-accelerated platform from the research group. Candidates will be responsible for expanding simulator capabilities, executing agent training routines, and refining algorithms to ensure peak system efficiency.
Salary range
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary for this position is $48,000 for full time depending on the candidate's experience and qualification.
Expected start date and period of employment
Expected start date is: 7/1/2026. This position is expected to be for 12 months.
Qualifications
Candidates should have at least a BS in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field and 1 years of experience. Candidates will be required to present eligibility to work in the United States.
The successful candidate should have a demonstrated background in software engineering, reinforcement learning, or machine learning as exemplified by a strong publication record. Previous experience on software development is desired.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit the following information:
• Cover letter
• up-to-date CV that includes a complete list of publications,
• names and contact information for three references.
Please ensure all materials are provided through the Interfolio digital portal and directed to: ev2237@nyu.edu.
Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and will continue until the position is filled.

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Since its founding in 1831, NYU has been an innovator in higher education, reaching out to an emerging middle class, embracing an urban identity and professional focus, and promoting a global vision that informs its 20 schools and colleges. Today, that trailblazing spirit makes NYU one of the most prominent and respected research universities in the world, featuring top-ranked academic programs and accepting fewer than one in eight undergraduates. Anchored in New York City and with degree-granting campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai as well as 12 study away sites throughout the world, NYU is a leader in global education, with more international students and more students studying abroad than any other US university.

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