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At Toyota Research Institute (TRI), we’re on a mission to improve the quality of human life. We’re developing new tools and capabilities to amplify the human experience. To lead this transformative shift in mobility, we’ve built a world-class team in Energy &amp; Materials, Human-Centered AI, Human Interactive Driving, Large Behavioral Models, and Robotics.This is a summer 2025 paid 12-week internship opportunity with the HID Optimization team at TRI. Please note that this internship will be a hybrid in-office role based in Cambridge, MA.The TeamTRI's Optimization team develops novel optimization algorithms and software to enhance all aspects of Toyota's business.&nbsp;Our current focus is on the interplay between optimization algorithms and diffusion models. In particular, we are interested in adapting diffusion to constrained optimization problems arising in engineering design and automatic control.The InternshipWe are looking for a motivated intern to pursue new avenues of research consistent with the team's mission. This is an opportunity to apply your knowledge to novel research questions and work towards a publication with professional researchers. Applicants with relevant publications in the fields above and good collaboration skills are highly encouraged to apply.<h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Define project scope and agree on project direction with your mentor</li><li>Undertake a well-scoped research project in a relevant area and bring it to publication in an appropriate venue</li><li>Have a high level of self-initiative to prioritize and manage workload and meet project deadlines in a dynamic environment</li><li>Work and collaborate with other stakeholders and HID team members</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Currently pursuing a Ph.D. student in related fields - ML/AI, optimization, computer science,&nbsp; applied mathematics, or similar</li><li>Publication background in relevant venues (e.g. NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, SIOPT, Math Programming)</li><li>Proficient at Linux, PyTorch</li><li>Strong written and oral communication skills</li><li>Experience with distributed computing (e.g. AWS) a plus</li></ul>Please add a link to Google Scholar and include a full list of publications when submitting your CV to this position.

Toyota Research Institute

Human Interactive Driving Research Intern, Machine Learning & Optimization

At Toyota Research Institute (TRI), we’re on a mission to improve the quality of human life. We’re developing new tools and capabilities to amplify the human experience. To lead this transformative shift in mobility, we’ve built a world-class team in Energy &amp; Materials, Human-Centered AI, Human Interactive Driving, Large Behavioral Models, and Robotics.This is a summer 2025 paid 12-week internship opportunity with the HID team in the EPIC (Extreme Performance Intelligent Control ) department at TRI. Please note that this internship will be a hybrid in-office role based in Los Altos, CA.The TeamWithin the Extreme Performance Intelligent Control team, we are developing techniques to advance vehicle safety and performance capabilities using tools from machine learning, optimization, and control theory. We are pursuing a cooperative approach to high-performance driving by developing predictive models and control frameworks for extreme vehicle maneuvering that match or exceed the skills of expert drivers. We envision a world where these tools allow each vehicle to support its driver, creating a safe and enjoyable experience for all.The InternshipWe are seeking a motivated intern to join our shared control driving team, focusing on cutting-edge research to ensure safe and effective human-AI collaboration for the next generation of advanced driver assistance systems. Potential research areas include developing novel planning and control algorithms to guarantee safety amid challenging driving scenarios, improving performance of existing shared control algorithms under uncertain conditions, and implementing data-driven/ML approaches to shared control with safety guarantees.This role provides an exciting opportunity to explore approaches to human-AI pairing that support safe, intuitive, and responsive shared driving systems. Along the way you will apply your knowledge to tackle novel research questions and work towards a publication with professional researchers.&nbsp; The internship will be in our headquarters and includes competitive compensation, befitting the challenging but fun nature of the research work at TRI. Applicants with relevant publications in the fields above and good collaboration skills are highly encouraged to apply.<h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Work with researchers to develop and then undertake a well-scoped research project in a relevant area</li><li>Extend existing controls/AI/ML algorithms or design new algorithms for shared control with a human driver at a vehicle’s performance limits</li><li>Explore approaches to formalize guarantees of safety for shared control algorithms</li><li>Implement algorithms on a full scale vehicle research platform</li><li>Publish your original research at a high impact conference</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Ph.D. or M.S. student in relevant fields - ML/AI, robotics, computer science, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or similar</li><li>Proficient in scientific Python, Unix, and robotic frameworks (e.g. ROS2.0)</li><li>Knowledge of nonlinear system control, optimal control, statistical inference and estimation Vehicle dynamics knowledge is a plus</li><li>Experience working on joint scientific and engineering projects</li><li>Familiarity with or interest in racing or high-performance driving is a plus</li></ul>Please add a link to Google Scholar and include a full list of publications when submitting your CV to this position.

Human Interactive Driving Research Intern, Safe Shared Control

At Toyota Research Institute (TRI), we’re on a mission to improve the quality of human life. We’re developing new tools and capabilities to amplify the human experience. To lead this transformative shift in mobility, we’ve built a world-class team in Energy &amp; Materials, Human-Centered AI, Human Interactive Driving, Large Behavioral Models, and Robotics.This is a summer 2025 paid 12-week internship opportunity. Please note that this internship will be an in-office role.The MissionWe are <a href="https://medium.com/toyotaresearch/tris-robots-learn-new-skills-in-an-afternoon-here-s-how-2c30b1a8c573" target="_blank">working to create general-purpose robots</a> capable of accomplishing a wide variety of dexterous tasks. To do this, our team is building general-purpose machine learning foundation models for dexterous robot manipulation. These models, which we call Large Behavior Models, use generative AI techniques to produce robot action from sensor data and human request. To accomplish this, we are creating a large curriculum of embodied robot demonstration data and combining that data with a rich corpus of internet-scale text, image, and video data. We are also using high-quality simulation to augment real world robot data with procedurally-generated synthetic demonstrations.The ChallengeWe envision a future where robots assist with household chores and cooking, aid the elderly in maintaining their independence, and enable people to spend more time on the activities they enjoy most. To achieve this, robots need to be able to operate reliably in messy, unstructured environments. Our mission is to answer the question “What will it take to create truly general-purpose robots that can accomplish a wide variety of tasks in settings like human homes with minimal human supervision?”. We believe that the answer lies in using large-scale datasets of physical interaction from a variety of sources and building on the latest advances in machine learning to learn general purpose robot behaviors from this data.The TeamThe Large Behavior Models team charter is to push the frontiers of research in robotics and machine learning to develop the future capabilities required for general-purpose robots able to operate in unstructured environments such as homes!The InternshipWe have several research thrusts under our broad mission, and we are looking for a research intern in any of these areas:- Data-efficient and general algorithms for learning robust policies leveraging multiple sensing modalities: proprioception, images, force, and dense tactile sensing.- Scaling learning approaches to large-scale models trained on diverse sources of data including web-scale text, images, and video.- Quick and efficient improvement of learned policies.- Developing and deploying learned policies and complex, state-of-the-art embodiments, such as humanoid robots.The intern who joins our team will be expected to create working code prototypes, interact frequently with team members, run experiments with both simulated and real (physical) robots, and participate in publishing the work to peer-reviewed venues. We’re looking for an intern who is comfortable working with both existing large static datasets as well as a growing and dynamic corpus of robot data.<h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Hands-on experience with using machine learning for learned control, including RL, offline RL or behavior cloning, for manipulation.&nbsp;</li><li>Hardware experience is strongly preferred, especially toward deploying learned policies on real robotic systems.</li><li>Experience with machine learning and familiarity with large datasets and models.</li><li>System integration skills, including using state-of-the-art ML tools, databases, etc.</li><li>Strong software development skills in Python. Experience in C++ is very helpful, but not strictly required.</li><li>A “make it happen” attitude and comfort with fast prototyping and running informative experiments.</li><li>A passion for robotics and doing research grounded in important fundamental problems.</li></ul>

Robotics Intern - Large Behavior Models, Platform

At Toyota Research Institute (TRI), we’re on a mission to improve the quality of human life. We’re developing new tools and capabilities to amplify the human experience. To lead this transformative shift in mobility, we’ve built a world-class team in Energy &amp; Materials, Human-Centered AI, Human Interactive Driving, Large Behavioral Models, and Robotics.This is a Summer 2025 paid 12-week internship opportunity. Please note that this internship will be a hybrid in-office role.The TeamOur Trustworthy Learning under Uncertainty (TLU) team is looking for Research Interns for Summer 2025 in a variety of areas such as Policy Evaluation, Failure Detection and Mitigation, and Active Learning in the context of <a href="https://pressroom.toyota.com/toyota-research-institute-unveils-breakthrough-in-teaching-robots-new-behaviors/" target="_blank">Large Behavior Models (LBMs)</a> for robot manipulation. Our topics of interest include but are not limited to: Multi-Modal Foundation Models, Robotics, Reinforcement Learning, Planning &amp; Control, Uncertainty Estimation, Out-of-Distribution Detection, and Safety-Aware &amp; Robust ML. We are aiming to make progress on some of the hardest scientific challenges around the safe and effective usage and development of machine learning algorithms within robotics. To this end, the research mission of the TLU team is to enable the robust and reliable deployment of LBMs at scale in human environments, while allowing for efficient adaptation to novel settings.The InternshipAs a Research Intern, you will work with a multidisciplinary team proposing, conducting, and transferring pioneering research in Machine Learning. You will use large amounts of sensory data and simulation to solve open problems, work towards publications at top academic venues,&nbsp; and test your ideas in the real world, including on our robots, of course!<h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Conduct daring research primarily in Robotics that solves open problems of high practical and/or ethical value and validate it in real-world benchmarks and systems.</li><li>Push the boundaries of knowledge and the state-of-the-art in robotics and LBMs.</li><li>Partner with a multidisciplinary team, including other research scientists and engineers across the TLU team, LBM division, TRI, Toyota, and our <a href="https://pressroom.toyota.com/toyota-research-institute-launches-next-phase-of-collaborative-research-with-diverse-roster-of-world-class-academic-institutions/" target="_blank">university partners</a>.</li><li>Stay up to date on the state-of-the-art in Machine Learning ideas and software.</li><li>Present results in verbal and written communications at international conferences, internally, and via open-source contributions to the community.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Machine Learning, Robotics, or related fields.</li><li>Publication or desire to publish at high-impact conferences/journals (e.g., CoRL, ICLR, NeurIPS, ICML, UAI, AISTATS, TMLR, RSS, ICRA, IROS, RA-L, T-RO, CDC, L4DC, etc.) on some of the aforementioned topics.</li><li>Passionate about large scale challenges in ML grounded in physical systems, especially in the space of robotics.</li><li>Proficiency with one or more coding languages and systems, preferably Python, Unix, and a Deep Learning framework (e.g., PyTorch).</li><li>Ability to work in collaboration with other researchers and engineers of the TLU team to invent and develop interesting research ideas.</li><li>A reliable teammate who loves to think big, go deeper, and strives to deliver with integrity.</li></ul>Please add a link to Google Scholar and include a full list of publications when submitting your CV to this position.

Robotics Intern - Large Behavior Models, Trustworthy Learning under Uncertainty (TLU) 

Job Title Assistant, Associate or Professor in Cardiovascular Research Requisition Number FE04376 Working Title Department Name 7H051:Cardiovascular Research Center Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Tenure Track Required Education Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. degree Required Related Experience Post-doctoral experience in addition to current expertise in cardiovascular research. Required License/Registration/Certification n/a Job Summary The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is a renowned academic institution with prominent research programs in cardiometabolic diseases. The Saha Cardiovascular Research Center (Saha CVRC) is a highly productive and collegial environment within the College that facilitates a broad range of cardiovascular research with areas of emphasis that include vascular biology, lipoprotein metabolism, hypertension, thrombosis, and cardiac function and a mission to expand our impact on the understanding of cardiovascular function, disease, and treatment. Our prominent and collaborative investigators are making major advances in biomedical research and leading training programs that prepare scientists and physician scientists for successful careers in academia, industry, and government. The Saha CVRC is currently seeking to recruit a faculty member for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank. We invite applications from scientists with Ph.D. and/or M.D degrees to establish an independent, extramurally-funded research program in cardiovascular research addressing significant and fundamental questions in the field. While there is a preference for candidates with current extramural funding, this is not required for an applicant to be considered. The Center is interested in applicants with research interests that compliment and/or expand upon current research efforts within the Saha CVRC. The Saha CVRC is housed in modern research facilities with convenient access to core facilities equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation. Competitive start-up funds, independent research space, and professional development mentoring will be provided. Founded in 1865 as a land-grant institution adjacent to downtown Lexington, UK is nestled in the scenic heart of the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. Lexington is regularly ranked among the best places to live by leading publications including US News &amp; World Report. Lexington is an ideal location to experience the work-life integration that the University strives to provide its employees. See for yourself what makes UK one great place to work. Additional information about the Saha CVRC, UK and Lexington can be found on these websites: <a href="https://medicine.uky.edu/centers/cvrc" target="_blank">https://medicine.uky.edu/centers/cvrc</a>, <a href="https://www.uky.edu/" target="_blank">https://www.uky.edu/</a>, <a href="https://www.lexingtonky.gov/" target="_blank">https://www.lexingtonky.gov/</a>. Inquiries regarding the position may be submitted via email to <a href="mailto:gagraf2@uky.edu" target="_blank">gagraf2@uky.edu</a>. Applicants should send the following: 1. cover letter; 2. curriculum vitae; and 3. a statement of current and proposed research plan (three pages maximum) to <a href="mailto:gagraf2@uky.edu" target="_blank">gagraf2@uky.edu</a>. Statements concerning contributions to teaching and mentorship and inclusive excellence in professional activities and service will also be considered. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Qualifications include a strong and protracted publication record, and a history of engagement with the intra- and extra-mural research community. Additional beneficial qualifications include demonstrated excellence in teaching, course administration and curricular management, as measured by students, peers and superiors. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply Open Until Filled Yes Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco &amp; Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Assistant, Associate or Professor in Cardiovascular Research

Job Title Clinical Research Coordinator II Requisition Number RE48467 Working Title Clinical Research Coordinator II Department Name 7H667:PEDIATRICS - RESEARCH Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 46 Salary Range $25.01-41.25/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BS Click here for more information about equivalencies: <a href="https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies" target="_blank">https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies</a> Required Related Experience 3 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements Sitting or standing for extended periods of time Shift Monday – Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, some weekends and evenings may be required in order to enroll study subjects. Job Summary The Division of Pediatric Research provides support to faculty members in the College of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics who are leading research projects. The Clinical Research Coordinator will involved in research design, oversee ethical and participant safety issues, understand the development, approval process, and administration of investigational drugs and devices, be responsible for clinical study operations, management of the study site, and all project related data and informatics. Communicate effectively and maintain/facilitate professional relationships with all stakeholders to help ensure successful implementation and workflow of individual clinical studies and overall department/division goals. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Proficient in operating various office machines including computers, printers, and various software packages. Robust interpersonal skills. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Initiative, collaboration, advanced time management skills. Technical skills applicable to essential functions and initiative. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of related experience. Clinical research certification (CCRC, CCRA, CCRP, etc.) preferred. Deadline to Apply 12/25/2024 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco &amp; Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Clinical Research Coordinator II

11-Dec-2024<h4>Research Associate</h4>Harvard Business School 67533BRPosition DescriptionHarvard Business School (HBS) seeks a full-time Predoctoral Research Associate to work with Professor Livia Alfonsi in the Negotiations, Organizations &amp; Markets unit starting sometime between April 2025 and July 2025. Prof. Alfonsi specializes in development economics, focusing on labor market frictions and the determinants of labor market participation in low-income countries. Her research focuses on identifying barriers preventing young adults and women in poor countries from successfully integrating into labor markets. She also works to develop and evaluate policies that help these populations secure regular, well-paying jobs with meaningful career prospects. For more information about her past and ongoing research, please visit: <a href="https://www.liviaalfonsi.com/research" target="_blank">https://www.liviaalfonsi.com/research</a>. The position will not be tied to a specific project, but it could be aligned with a few depending on how the pre-doc skills and interests complement ongoing research. Her research primarily employs methods such as randomized controlled trials, instrumental variables, and fixed-effects models to achieve rigorous causal identification. The main data sources include large-scale surveys (in-person, phone, and audio recordings), observational data, and text data. The position is an excellent opportunity for candidates planning to apply to PhD programs in Economics or Public Policy in the 2026 or 2027 cycle. The Predoctoral Research Associate will report directly to the faculty and administrative manager in the Research Staff Services office. Ideal candidates will be comfortable in an environment that requires a high level of independence, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to use discretionary judgment. Primary Duties: <ul><li>Clean, synthesize, and analyze data in Stata.</li><li>Develop and maintain expertise in new research methodologies and techniques. Manage and manipulate data using requested packages</li><li>Explore and address key research questions through rigorous econometric methods.</li><li>Prepare reports, presentations, and white papers to summarize research findings. Provide statistical analysis and design for reports and presentations in Stata and LaTeX.</li><li>Provide guidance and supervision to research interns to ensure efficient project progress.</li><li>Occasional Responsibilities: Assist with the design and implementation of survey instruments and data collection activities.</li><li>Independently manage all timelines and deliverables. Exercise independent decision making with regard to progression of research project and methodologies.</li></ul>Basic Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in economics, mathematics, quantitative sciences, or business-related field required.</li><li>Stata: Highly Proficient.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.</li><li>Extensive experience working on research projects in a rigorous academic or field setting</li><li>Knowledge of quantitative methods and public policy evaluation (e.g. Randomized Controlled Trials).</li></ul>Additional Qualifications and SkillsEvidence of outstanding academic achievement. Indication of independent research experience and/or applied experience. Methodological interests in econometrics, statistics, machine learning, industrial organization, productivity, and economic theory are preferred. Excellent communication, interpersonal, organization, research, analytical, writing, and editing skills are required. Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to adapt to changes in priorities; ability to work calmly under deadline pressure, work both independently and as a team member, take initiative; and follow projects through to completion.Additional InformationThis is a term appointment starting sometime between April 2025 and July 2025, with an expectation of reappointment until June 30, 2027, based on funding and performance. All Predoctoral Research Associate roles at HBS are structured as one-year term appointments, but faculty strongly prefer candidates willing to commit for two years. The recruiting process is rolling. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, now through spring 2025. Candidates with external deadlines should notify the recruiter ASAP. This is a hybrid position which we consider to be a combination of remote and onsite work at our Boston, MA based campus. HBS expects all staff to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week and departments provide onsite coverage Monday – Friday. Specific hours and days onsite will be determined by business needs and are subject to change with appropriate advanced notice. We may conduct candidate interviews virtually (phone and/or via Zoom) and/or in-person for this role. A cover letter is required to be considered for this opportunity. All candidates will be expected to submit a writing sample, transcript, and a STATA code sample to be reviewed by an HBS statistician. Harvard Business School will not offer visa sponsorship for this opportunity. Culture of Inclusion: The work and well-being of HBS is profoundly strengthened by the diversity of our network and our differences in background, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and life experiences. Explore HBS work culture at <a href="https://www.hbs.edu/employment/" target="_blank">https://www.hbs.edu/employment/</a>.About UsFounded in 1908 as part of Harvard University, Harvard Business School is located on a 40-acre campus in Boston. Its faculty of more than 250 offers full-time programs leading to the MBA and PhD degrees, as well as more than 175 Executive Education programs, and Harvard Business School Online, the School’s digital learning platform. For more than a century, faculty have drawn on their research, their experience in working with organizations worldwide, and their passion for teaching, to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. The School and its curriculum attract the boldest thinkers and the most collaborative learners who will go on to shape the practice of business and entrepreneurship around the globe.BenefitsWe invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (<a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards" target="_blank">https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards</a>) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include: <ul><li>Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.</li><li>Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.</li><li> Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.</li><li>Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.</li><li>Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.</li><li> Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.</li><li>Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.</li><li> Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.</li></ul>Job FunctionResearch Department Office LocationUSA - MA - Boston Job CodeRS0055 Researcher I Humanities Work FormatHybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) Sub-Unit------------ Salary Grade055DepartmentDivision of Research and Faculty DevelopmentUnion00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Time StatusFull-time Appointment End Date30-Jun-2024Pre-Employment ScreeningEducation, IdentityCommitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and BelongingHarvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.EEO StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only)#LI-KD1

Harvard University FAS Human Resources

Research Associate

12-Dec-2024<h4>Research Assistant I Lab</h4>Faculty of Arts and Sciences 67442BRJob SummaryThe Taylor Lab at Harvard University works to understand how terrestrial ecosystems respond to global change and what these responses mean for the future of terrestrial carbon capture. We are seeking a Research Assistant to work on a grant-funded project assessing how temperate forest trees respond to elevated levels of carbon dioxide, warming temperatures, and increased drought stress. This position will be the primary hands-on personnel for this project and report directly to the Principle Investigator, Dr. Benton Taylor.Position DescriptionPerforms a variety of tasks required to set up and maintain the Forest Responses to Atmospheric CO2, Warming, and Drought (FORWARD) experiment at the Harvard Forest, which consists of CO2 enrichment, warming, and rainfall exclusion experimental infrastructure. These tasks will include building experimental infrastructure, testing monitoring equipment, planting and caring for tree seedlings in the experiment, taking and curating data for the experiment, and interfacing with lab and Harvard Forest staff. May perform tasks related to the research project independently, but within specific guidelines and subject to review by supervisor or other research staff.Typical Duties&nbsp;1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Constructs experimental infrastructure to manipulate and regulate CO2, temperature, and rainfall to experimental plots;2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Constructs monitoring and sampling equipment for deployment at the field site;3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Leads the planting and care for hundreds of tree seedlings in the experiment.4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Takes data on traits such as plant biomass, fine roots, nitrogen fixation, and soil chemistry, often under the strenuous conditions presented by working in forests;5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Under direction, processes, organizes and summarizes data, reporting experiment results using a variety of scientific, word processing, spreadsheet or statistical software applications or program platforms;&nbsp;6.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;As a member of a project team, may assist in the design of laboratory experiments, techniques, and protocols;7.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;May perform routine logging and/or testing of samples;8.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;May occasionally instruct others in basic laboratory techniques;9.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Works to maintain the safe operation of the laboratory environment;10.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Performs related laboratory maintenance such as maintaining and cleaning equipment and ordering supplies;11.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;May process orders or invoices, or undertake other clerical and simple accounting duties under the direction of administrative personnel.Basic QualificationsCollege background in Biology and at least one year of related work experience. Education may count towards experience.Additional Qualifications and SkillsBachelor's degree preferably in a discipline related to ecosystem ecology or biogeochemistry.&nbsp;One year of post-college related work experience. Prior work in a terrestrial global change experiment preferred. Experience with light electrical wiring and soldering, experience with light construction, familiarity with at least one coding/programing language, and basic familiarity with plant growing all strongly preferred. Strong organizational and communication skills, including mastery of data management and collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Excel, GitHub, etc.Working ConditionsThis position is based at the Arnold Arboretum in Boston, MA, and the Harvard Forest in Petersham, MA. Must be able to commute to both locations.Additional InformationIn order to be considered for this position, a cover letter and resume must be submitted. This is a one-year term position with the possibility of extension based on funding.&nbsp;&nbsp;Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. ***All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources. Work Format DetailsThis position is based primarily on-campus, in Massachusetts. This may include in-person during emergency situations (if applicable). Additional details will be discussed during the interview process.&nbsp;About UsOEB is a diverse and vibrant department with a broad range of research and teaching interests, ranging from the evolution and control of gene expression patterns within individuals and populations to the dynamics of ecosystems. Field and laboratory studies are key to understanding the evolution of organisms, how biodiversity is generated and maintained, how organisms work, and how organisms interact with their environment. OEB has close working associations with its allied institutions: the Museum of Comparative Zoology (MCZ) and the Harvard University Herbaria (HUH), as well as the Arnold Arboretum and the Harvard Forest. These institutions and their collections offer an unparalleled, rich set of resources for OEB students, faculty, visitors and staff.BenefitsWe invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (<a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards" target="_blank">https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards</a>) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include: <ul><li>Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.</li><li>Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.</li><li> Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.</li><li>Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.</li><li>Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.</li><li> Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.</li><li>Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.</li><li> Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.</li></ul>Job FunctionResearch Department Office LocationUSA - MA - Jamaica Plain Job Code403108 Research Assistant I Lab Work FormatOn-Site Sub-UnitSciences Salary Grade052DepartmentOrganismic and Evolutionary Biology (OEB)Union55 - Hvd Union Cler &amp; Tech Workers Time StatusFull-time Pre-Employment ScreeningIdentity ScheduleMonday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMCommitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and BelongingHarvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.EEO StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Research Assistant I Lab

12-Dec-2024<h4>Research Assistant III - Technology Development</h4>Wyss Institute at Harvard University 67510BRJob SummaryAbout us: The Wyss Institute’s mission is to transform healthcare and the environment by emulating the way nature builds. We harness the imagination of academia and the focus of industry to translate ground-breaking technologies into commercial products that solve big problems. We support research that universities, companies, and venture capital firms don’t fund because they view it as too risky.&nbsp; We prefer to use the word “challenging,” and we love challenges. For more information&nbsp;discover our technologies,&nbsp;catch up on our recent news, or&nbsp;watch our latest videos. About you:&nbsp; You are a collaborative, impact-focused problem solver who wants to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to creating and commercializing novel approaches to global challenges in healthcare and sustainability. You are excited about science and enjoy working at the bench. You want the opportunity to explore your scientific interests and apply your knowledge to tackle ambitious projects in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial-minded environment with resources and support from top-notch scientific, operations, and administrative professionals. You enjoy working with diverse groups of people and leveraging your expertise to create innovations that can change the world. About the role: We are looking for a Research Assistant III to work on technology development for isolating and analyzing extracellular vesicles (EVs). You will work with a multidisciplinary team on developing technologies for investigating pathological states from EVs in human biofluids. You will contribute to the development of novel methods that will be used across different neurodegenerative diseases to better diagnose and characterize these diseases. Although you will work within a team and receive significant experimental and computational training, you will also have opportunities for scientific independence, and previous RAs working with us have contributed to multiple publications and presented their work at international conferences.<ul> &nbsp;</ul>Position DescriptionWhat you'll do:<ul><li>Work in collaboration with senior lab members to develop new EV isolation and analysis technologies.</li><li>Develop expertise in new and established techniques for profiling of EVs from human biofluids in neurodegenerative disease and other disease states.</li><li>Provide training and guidance to other lab members on experimental technique.</li><li>Perform lab maintenance such as maintaining and/or purchasing equipment and ordering supplies, as required.</li><li>Present data at internal Wyss meetings with supervision from senior lab members.</li><li>Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.&nbsp;</li></ul>Basic QualificationsWhat you'll need:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a biological science or related field is required. Two or more years of research experience in molecular biology or biochemistry is required.</li></ul>Additional Qualifications and SkillsDesirable skills:<ul><li>Full time, post-university research experience is strongly preferred, however exceptional candidates with two or more years of undergraduate research experience are encouraged to apply.</li><li>Experience with one or more of the following is advantageous: programming of liquid handling robots, mass spectrometry-based proteomics, NGS, ELISA/immunoassays.</li><li>Experience with bioinformatics using Python or R is highly advantageous.&nbsp;</li></ul>Additional InformationThis is a one year term position with the possibility of renewal Harvard is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Why you’ll like working with us: At the Wyss Institute, you’re a member of a supportive, dynamic community that is united by its shared goal of changing the world through groundbreaking technology development and commercialization. We encourage your professional growth and development through mentorship and tuition reimbursement to support continued learning, and more. We also support your physical, financial, and mental well-being through generous time off benefits, gym reimbursements, and other programs offered through Harvard. Our facility is located in a new, state-of-the-art life sciences building in the lively Fenway neighborhood, where you have access to multiple amenities including a roof top terrace with stunning views of Boston and proximity to numerous restaurants and cultural attractions.&nbsp; We value an inclusive and diverse workforce, and believe that our differences enrich the work environment for all. Not ready to apply? Join our talent community to stay up to date on career information and the latest news from the Wyss Institute. &nbsp;Work Format DetailsThis is an in-person position based on our campus in Boston.BenefitsWe invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (<a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards" target="_blank">https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards</a>) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include: <ul><li>Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.</li><li>Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.</li><li> Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.</li><li>Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.</li><li>Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.</li><li> Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.</li><li>Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.</li><li> Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.</li></ul>Job FunctionResearch Department Office LocationUSA - MA - Boston Job Code403116 Research Assistant III Lab Work FormatOn-Site Sub-Unit------------ Salary Grade054DepartmentWyss InstituteUnion55 - Hvd Union Cler &amp; Tech Workers Time StatusFull-time Pre-Employment ScreeningEducation, IdentityScheduleMonday - Friday, 9am -5pmCommitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and BelongingAs a collaborative organization, we at the Wyss Institute know that great innovation happens when diverse perspectives come together to solve problems. As a result, we are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness both in and out of the lab. When recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you will bring in terms of education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, religion, disability, and sexual orientation. We believe these differences in background, experience, and perspective enrich our work environment and are essential to our mission of solving complex problems through technology development and translation.EEO StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only)#LI-EC1

Research Assistant III - Technology Development

SUMMARYThe Senior Analyst, Revenue Cycle Analytics &amp; Process Improvement will support the VP in analyzing large data sets, providing insights, and optimizing business operations. The role includes building KPIs, improving reporting processes, and implementing revenue cycle management improvements. The Senior Analyst will work closely with leadership to drive initiatives that increase efficiency and reduce costs.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.<ul><li> Provide analytical support through data collection, interpretation, and presentation of revenue cycle operations.</li><li> Develop, maintain, and enhance operational dashboards and KPIs.</li><li> Conduct root cause analysis to identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements.</li><li> Automate reporting processes using Excel, VBA, SQL, and other tools.</li><li> Collaborate with cross-functional teams on process improvement projects.</li><li> Conduct ad hoc financial analyses to identify trends and actionable insights.</li><li> Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders across the organization.</li><li> Participates in team concepts and promote a team effort; performs duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.</li><li> Regular and reliable attendance is required for the job.</li></ul>

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