Post Doc Fellow, Information Technology Analytics Center, School of Information Technology, CECH

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

 

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University’s overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.

About the School of Information Technology

The School of Information Technology (SoIT) is a national leader in studying solutions and needs that connect people, information, and the technology of the time. The SoIT  is home to Ohio's first Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Information Technology. In addition, it is home to Ohio's first ABET accredited Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity. The SoIT has been growing at 20% annually and currently serves more than 2300 students with 32 full-time faculty members, 30 full-time staff, and 39 adjunct faculty. The SoIT is home to several centers including an NSA/DHS Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense, the Information Technology Solutions Center, the Ohio Cyber Range Institute, Applied Machine Learning and Intelligence Center, the Civic Technologies Lab, and the newly formed Information Technology Analytics Center.

 

The SoIT is an interdisciplinary, team-oriented, dynamic, and entrepreneurial environment. It empowers individuals to become passionate, solution-minded Information Technology professionals by fostering continuous innovation, research, leadership development, interdisciplinary problem solving, and real-world experience. More information about the school can be found at http://cech.uc.edu/it.

Job Overview

The Information Technology Analytics Center is seeking a diligent Postdoctoral Researcher to join a project team and curate and refine the content of a chatbot application that supports the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC). Leveraging expertise in information technology, criminal justice, or related disciplines, the successful candidate will collaborate with ODRC’s stakeholders to ensure the success of the project. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess strong writing skills and experience in grant writing or seeking funds. They will be responsible for identifying potential funding sources, writing grant proposals, and managing grant applications. This aspect of the role will involve working closely with the project team to secure the necessary resources for the development and implementation of the chatbot application.

 

The Postdoctoral Researcher will play a pivotal role in soliciting and analyzing user feedback to enhance the functionality and usability of our chatbot. Designing mechanisms for qualitative and quantitative feedback collection, including surveys, interviews, and usability testing, will be a key responsibility. Through systematic evaluation, the Postdoctoral Researcher will identify areas for enhancement, ensuring alignment with user expectations.

Essential Functions

• Gather and analyze data and develop new ideas that promote current research.
• Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts and presentations of research results.
• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentation; may assist in grant writing.
• Keep informed of developments in field to maintain and enhance professional expertise.
• May teach techniques to others, train, and mentor junior research staff.
• Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities.
• Play an active role in seeking career and research advice, both from the faculty supervisor and from other faculty members as well.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

A Ph.D. in information technology, information science, criminal justice, criminology, sociology, or a related field is required. Applicants are encouraged from both Ph.D. candidates (an appointment to the position is contingent on completing all requirements for the degree by the appo