Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S15371P

Working Title

AI Research Facilitator

Department

EITS-Research Computing

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

gacrc.uga.edu/

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

8am - 5pm; Monday - Friday

Advertised Salary

Up to 92,000

Posting Date

06/26/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

08/03/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Please provide name and contact information for three professional references
• This is a full-time, on-site position
• This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title

Research Computing Pro III

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Applied or research experience supporting AI computational workflows in academic research environments.
• Familiarity with HPC job schedulers (e.g., Slurm), containerized computing environments, and data management workflows.
• Prior experience delivering research training, workshops, or consultation services.
• Master's or Ph.D. in computer science, data science, or a research domain with significant AI experience.
• Four or more years of progressive experience implementing and supporting AI/ML workflows, including hands-on model development, data preparation, and optimization in research or industry settings.

Position Summary

The Georgia Advanced Computing Resource Center ( GACRC ), a division of Enterprise Information Technology Services at the University of Georgia, seeks to establish an AI Research Facilitator position to support the University's rapidly expanding needs in artificial intelligence and data-driven research. The GACRC provides advanced computing and research storage services to more than 500 research groups, and recent multimillion-dollar investments in GPU -accelerated infrastructure have positioned UGA to support leading-edge AI research across disciplines.

Over the past three years, the University has undertaken the Presidential Interdisciplinary Faculty Hiring Initiative in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, bringing approximately 70 new faculty hires to campus. At the same time, existing faculty across the sciences, social sciences, humanities, arts, and professional programs are increasingly incorporating AI and machine learning into their research portfolios. To fully realize the potential of these rapidly growing AI-driven initiatives, UGA must provide specialized, human-centered research support that complements its advanced computing investments. The AI Research Facilitator will play a central role in enabling faculty to effectively leverage AI methodologies, accelerating research impact across the institution.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Demonstrated expertise using modern AI/ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn).
• Deep understanding of large language models (LLMs), including model architectures, training and fine-tuning approaches, inference pipelines, and responsible use in research contexts.
• Proficiency in Python, R, CUDA , or other languages common in AI research.
• Experience working with GPU -accelerated computing resources, preferably within an HPC environment.
• Experience preparing, managing, and curating datasets for machine learning workflows.
• Ability to translate faculty research goals into appropriate AI methods, models, and computational strategies.
• Working knowledge of ethical AI principles, bias mitigation, and reproducibility practices.
• Strong communication skills, including experience developing workshops, training materials, or documentation for varied audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in collaborative, interdisciplinary research environments.

Physical Demands

Normal office environment

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

AI Research Support and Consultation

• Provide hands-on consultation to faculty and graduate students integrating AI, machine learning, or data-intensive methods into their research workflows.
• Assist with data preparation, model development, training optimization, and performance tuning on GPU -accelerated systems.
• Offer tailored, high-engagement guidance to new AI-focused faculty as well as existing researchers expanding into AI-driven approaches.

Percentage of time

40

Duties/Responsibilities

Training, Outreach, and Community Building

• Develop workshops, online training modules, and documentation to broaden AI skills and best practices across campus.
• Support interdisciplinary collaborations by connecting researchers with shared computational approaches.
• Engage departments adopting AI for the first time to ensure sustainable and responsible integration of AI tools into research and teaching.

Percentage of time

30

Duties/Responsibilities

Coordination and Institutional Alignment

• Work closely with GACRC and EITS leadership, the Office of Research, the Institute for AI, and academic units to ensure services align with evolving research needs.
• Provide input to help guide institutional strategy for AI computing, workflows, and research support.

Percentage of time

20

Duties/Responsibilities

Technology Monitoring and Evaluation

• Stay current with emerging AI frameworks, workflows, tools, and best practices.
• Assess new technologies and their potential to improve research productivity or strengthen UGA's AI research capabilities.

Percentage of time

10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Dr. Guy Cormier

Recruitment Contact Email

[email protected]

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Sample Publications
4. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents