Temporary Research Assistant--Artificial Intelligence & Autonomous Systems

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Posted: 11-Mar-26

Location: Wilmington, North Carolina

Type: Full-time

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Internal Number: 6991544

Temporary Research Assistant--Artificial Intelligence & Autonomous Systems
University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of 'Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity' institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Department: I3S (Interdisciplinary Identity Sciences)
Vacancy Number: TSP5626PST
Temp Position Type: EHRA Temporary
Job Category: Unspecified
FLSA for Position: Nonexempt
Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Research Assistant will support faculty and student research in artificial intelligence and autonomous systems, with an emphasis on autonomy in robotics and autonomous vehicles. This position will assist research teams in developing, implementing, and evaluating AI-based approaches for perception, decision-making, and system integration within autonomous platforms.
Short-term research appointment of approximately 3-6 months to support ongoing research and capability development in AI and autonomy
Key Responsibilities:

• Assist faculty and students with research projects in AI, robotics, and autonomous systems.
• Support development, testing, and evaluation of machine learning and autonomy algorithms.
• Assist with implementation of software frameworks and data processing pipelines.
• Provide technical guidance to research teams on tools and methodologies commonly used in autonomy research.
• Document experiments, research procedures, and technical findings.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Enrollment in or completion of a Ph.D. program in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, or autonomous systems.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python or C++ and familiarity with common AI, Transformers (3d), Waymo data, and Audi data frameworks.
• Experience with Valeo LIDAR systems as well as managing, generating, and visualizing LIDAR data

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Work Hours: Varies
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Hours Per Week: Varies
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Anticipated Hiring Range: $100/monthly
Special Instructions to Applicants:
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
Job Posting Date: 03/10/2026
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Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent
To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/38790
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
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About University of North Carolina Wilmington
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
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