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A Part Time Researcher is responsible for conducting research on a specific topic or project while working fewer hours than a full-time researcher. Their tasks may include data collection, analysis, literature reviews, and report writing. They are often employed by universities, companies, or research institutions to support ongoing studies. This role offers flexibility and is ideal for students, freelancers, or professionals seeking supplemental work. The specific duties vary depending on the employer and field of research.

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Research Scholar ( Part-time)

Research Scholar ( Part-time)

New York University

New York, NY • On-site

$26.27 - $30/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 20 days ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

97th of 544 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Description
PART TIME RESEARCH SCHOLAR
New York University Tandon School of Engineering
The Electrical and Computer Engineering at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is seeking to hire a Part-Time Research Scholar in Electrical Engineering to join an exciting project on "the use of AI to design hardware".
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
Expectations:
Candidates will have the unique opportunity to engage in original interdisciplinary research and take on a leadership role in ongoing projects. They will also have the intellectual freedom to pursue research activities of their choice within the scope of NYU's Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. The candidate will work closely with Professors Siddharth Garg and Ludovic Righetti on solutions to use RL-based solutions for optimizing hardware design.
Salary range:
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is $26.27 to $30 per hour depending on the candidate's experience and qualification. The position requires at least 27 hours per week.
Qualifications
  • MS (preferred) with expertise in Electrical and Computer Engineering or related field;
  • Excellent communication skills;
  • Demonstrated program coordination experience, ideally in an academic setting.
  • Candidates must present proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Application Instructions
Applicants should submit, as one PDF, the following information:
  • an up-to-date CV that includes a complete list of publications
  • a research statement that describes their interests and goals, and how their research relates to this position
  • brief cover letter explaining your interest and fit for the position
  • names and contact information for three references (submitted by recommenders, not by the candidate)
  • copies of up to three relevant scientific papers.

All application materials must be submitted electronically via Interfolio. Please ensure that your application is complete and includes all the required documents. Incomplete applications may not be considered. The application should be sent to: [ece-announcements@nyu.edu].
Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and will continue until the position is filled. The expected start date is July 1, 2025.

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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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