Research Scholar (Part -time)

Description

PART TIME RESEARCH SCHOLAR 

New York University Tandon School of Engineering 

The Finance and Risk Engineering Department at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is seeking  to hire a Part Time Research Scholar to work with Professor Renyuan Xu.  

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. The Finance and Risk Engineering Department furnishes students  with foundational knowledge in financial concepts to engineer the future of finance and transform  financial theory into practice.  

Expectations 

Candidates will work with Dr. Xu’s group in conducting research in the area of mathematical  foundations of generative AI and applications in finance. The successful candidate will have a  demonstrated background in stochastic analysis and machine learning theory as exemplified by a  strong publication record. Previous experience in financial data analysis is desired but not  required. 

Salary range 

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary for this position is $40  per hour depending on the candidate’s experience and qualification.  

Expected start date and period of employment 

Expected start date is: February 1st. This position is expected to be for 3 months. Part time appointments would require a work schedule of approximately 20 hours per week

Qualifications

Candidates should have at least a BS or MS in applied mathematics or a related field. Candidates  will be required to present eligibility to work in the United States.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit the following information: 

● cover letter 

● up-to-date CV that includes a complete list of publications, 

● research statement (up to 3 pages) 

● names and contact information for three references.

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