Computer Vision Specialist (AI) - University of Florida

AST/ASO UNIV LIBRARIAN

The George A. Smathers Libraries seek a creative, collaborative, and service-oriented candidate to enhance computer vision research services to strategically increase support of the university’s AI initiative (https://ai.ufl.edu/) and to further the Libraries’ commitment to “AI for everyone.” In conjunction and close collaboration with the Natural Language Processing Specialist and other personnel from across the libraries, this position provides leadership to the Libraries’ efforts to build foundational AI services for all UF students, faculty, and staff interested in incorporating AI technology and techniques in their discipline-specific teaching and research.

The Computer Vision Specialist is a year-round (12 month) tenure-track faculty position with primary responsibilities in instruction, consultation, and project work in computer vision and other areas relevant to artificial intelligence and data science. The position works with library colleagues, researchers, and educators from throughout the University of Florida community to create, identify, and evaluate learning resources and services in the areas of computer vision; works with students and researchers at all stages of their careers to advise and consult on effective use of related tools and methodologies; advocates for the role of the Smathers Libraries in supporting related education and research; and builds effective, inclusive collaborations across the campus community. As a member of the Academic Research Consulting and Services (ARCS) department, the Computer Vision Specialist synergizes with existing ARCS specialists who provide expertise in natural language processing, data science and statistical analysis, data management, reproducibility, systematic reviews, scholarly communication, research impact, and related areas (http://arcs.uflib.ufl.edu/). The Computer Vision Specialist will pursue professional development opportunities, including research, publication, and professional service activities to meet criteria for tenure and promotion.

The Smathers Libraries is committed to creating a thoughtful, equitable, and inclusive culture that provides space for innovation and creativity. We support that commitment by offering a fulfilling work experience that allows for collaboration, growth, and development as well as shared perspectives. The Libraries encourage broad participation in reaching decisions; consequently the CV Specialist will contribute to discussions, provide input, and serve on various committees and teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develops and implements strategies for the libraries’ Artificial Intelligence support program based on an understanding of client needs and institutional goals; contributes to the cultivation of this program into a national leader in library-based artificial intelligence and research support services.
2. Develops and provides computer vision, as well as general AI, instruction and training, consultation, and other related services and responds to campus support needs that arise.
3. Provides expertise on a range of computer vision-related databases and tools; directs clients to relevant tools and computing resources.
4. Provides engaging and effective instruction in a variety of modes and venues that might include face-to-face, online, one-on-one, workshop, guest lecture, and credit-bearing course.
5. Identifies, evaluates, and/or creates effective materials for self-led learning in computer vision related topics.
6. Incorporates a variety of AI methods and models to support in-depth collaborations and empower individual researchers and research teams across campus.
7. Serves as a liaison to the campus community, especially faculty hired through UF’s AI initiative, in area(s) of specialization.
8. Participates as an active member of the ARCS department and the Research & Health Sciences (RHS) tenure home, including projects, planning, policy formation, and decision-making.
9. Connects with related units across campus to provide services and resources.
10. Performs scholarly research and provides service at the institutional and professional levels as related to assignment and in accordance with RHS tenure and promotion criteria.
11. Creates a welcoming environment for all.

$68,182 minimum salary at the Assistant University Librarian rank

$78,861 minimum salary at the Associate University Librarian rank

The Smathers Libraries offer a salary commensurate with experience and credentials

The University of Florida offers a competitive benefits package including health, retirement, paid time off, discount programs, professional development and worklife support. Learn more.

Required:

1. Master’s degree or above in a field focused on computer vision, artificial intelligence, and/or computer/data science (e.g., digital humanities, human-computer interaction, or information science)
2. Appointment at the Assistant University Librarian rank requires 2 years of relevant experience
3. Appointment at the Associate University Librarian rank requires eight years of relevant experience
4. Strong potential to meet the requirements for tenure and promotion outlined in the departmental by-laws

1. PhD in a relevant field
2. Experience with high performance computing as applied to computer vision and/or image processing
3. Demonstrated experience in multi-modal processing
4. Experience addressing challenges faced in the computer vision field, including data scarcity, scalability, latency issues, adaptability, security of sensitive data, and/or privacy and ethical issues
5. Experience with and successful track of record in grant writing
6. Familiarity with Natural Language Processing methods and frameworks
7. Professional experience working in an academic or research setting
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9. Demonstrated experience teaching and applying artificial intelligence concepts in an academic or research setting
10. Demonstrated experience with deep learning-based models relevant to computer vision, such as Convolutional Neural Networks, Recurrent Neural Networks, Autoencoders, and/or Transformers
11. Demonstrated knowledge of computer vision programming libraries (e.g., OpenCV, TensorFlow, PyTorch) or proficiency in one or more programming languages used in data science (e.g., C++, Python, R, Spark, Scala, Unix)
12. Demonstrated experience with analysis of image/visual data, including knowledge or experience in methodologies and algorithms for image segmentation; object, edge, and pattern detection; facial recognition, image classification, feature matching, and/or medical imaging
13. Familiarity with finding, using, and managing and/or creating computer vision datasets
14. Record of creating and maintaining strong collaborations within a culturally-diverse user community of faculty, students, staff, administrators, or the general public
15. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including effective instruction, presentation, and writing skills to audiences with varied levels of understanding and experience with CV&AI concepts across all disciplines
16. Initiative, flexibility and the ability to adapt to a complex, rapidly changing academic environment

To apply, submit

• a cover letter detailing your interest in, and qualifications for this position
• your current resume or CV
• a list of three references including their contact information (telephone number and email address)
• a written statement regarding your vision for how this libraries-based position will contribute to the goal of “AI for everyone”. (No more than one page)

Apply by 11:55 pm (EST). Applications will be reviewed as received. Submit all application materials through the Jobs at UF online application system. Failure to submit the required documents may result in the application not being considered. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, please contact Lily Lewis, George A. Smathers Libraries Human Resources Office, at lilyrlewis@ufl.edu.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.