Job Description
The Department of Computer Science at Virginia Tech with Professor Yan Chen seeks a part-time developer to join our research initiative. The chosen candidate will assist in the development of a web-based learning platform that enhances in-person programming instruction by integrating AI-driven behavioral analysis. Responsibilities include implementing code management techniques, aiding in the real-time monitoring of student interactions, and working with AI tools designed to offer insights into classroom cognitive dynamics.
Required Qualifications
- Strong programming skills relative to education level
- Prior experience with JavaScript/HTML/CSS
- Passion for improving education methodologies.
- The ability to meet deadlines and schedules
- Project management skills
- Critical thinking skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with educational technology or AI
- Experience with large language models
- Experience working in a collaborative environment
Pay Band
3
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Minimum Hourly Wage: $15.79
Review Date
11/06/2024
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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