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A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the third fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. For more information on Rowan University, click here

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Principal Engineer, AI (PSS1), Information Resources & Technology

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Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: Professional

Work type: Regular Full-Time

Location: Hybrid Model - Glassboro, New Jersey

Categories: Professional

 
About Rowan and IRT
A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the
fourth fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.
 
Principal Engineer, AI
Are you an AI expert who enjoys not only writing software, but specifically ideating, creating, and applying generative AI to software solutions? Rowan University is seeking an innovative AI expert to join our growing community.
 
Rowan is embarking on an AI journey that will re-engineer, re-design, and revamp higher education. As such, this position will be instrumental in shaping the university’s future and is a unique opportunity to use technology to improve upon and expand a state institution that impacts the lives of tens of thousands of students, faculty, and staff each year.
 
In this position, you will work with any and all technology teams to support your creativity and expertise. You will be able to take advantage of IRT’s support for training and growth in your own career. As a member of the Enterprise Applications Software Development department who handles software development, ERP, integrations, cloud software, database administration, AI, and change management for the University, you will have access to development of not only custom software solutions, but also integration with and enhancement of the third-party solutions supporting the university’s software ecosystem. This is a crucial role on a collaborative team making a big difference in a broad community.
 
General Responsibilities
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior AI engineers and data scientists.
  • Lead the design and development of AI-driven solutions, leveraging extensive experience in software development.
  • You will partner and collaborate with all IRT teams to ideate, create, and build various AI features into new and existing user experiences and applications across the university and our medical schools.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI technologies (generative and machine learning) into existing systems and workflows.
  • Contribute to AI strategies that align with Rowan University’s goals and objectives.
  • Conduct research and stay updated on the latest advancements in AI and machine learning to ensure Rowan Enterprise Applications remains at the forefront of technology in the Higher Education space.
  • Design and oversee the deployment of scalable AI architectures that support high-performance computing and data processing.
  • Ensure the ethical and responsible use of AI technologies, adhering to industry standards and best practices, as well as the university’s AI policy.
  • Work closely with stakeholders to tailor AI solutions that meet the unique needs of the academic environment.
  • Rowan desires to be at the forefront of AI technology in higher education - the candidate should have experience in “greenfield” ideas and proofs of concept.
Required Qualifications
  • Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
  • 2-years professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on generative AI and/or machine learning
  • Proven track record of designing and implementing AI-driven solutions in a professional setting
  • Expert proficiency in Python or C#
  • Experience in AI cloud technologies (Azure preferred, but AWS, or GCP will suffice)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
  • Knowledge of ethical considerations and best practices in AI development
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Experience with Data Science in a professional setting
  • Deep understanding of generative AI models and algorithms
  • Experience with ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar
  • Experience or knowledge around the selection process and implementing third-party AI solutions and tools
  • Experience working in higher education or a similar environment

 

Notes:

  • Rowan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diverse people and abilities. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
  • Only completed online applications submitted on or before the posted deadline will be considered.
  • Review of applications will begin around 11/25/24. This posting will remain open until filled.

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About Rowan University

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. Rowan University is home to eight colleges and nine schools. For more information on these colleges, please click here.

Now celebrating its Centennial, Rowan focuses on practical research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, science, and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality and affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

Non-Discrimation at Rowan University

Rowan University celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, OEE@rowan.edu, 856-256-5494. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and supporting regulations, Rowan does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates; this extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its supporting regulations may be directed to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, or to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, Office of Student Equity & Compliance, Rowan University, Hawthorne Hall, Suite 312, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028, titleIXcoordinator@rowan.edu, 856-256-5440.

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Residency Requirements

Rowan University is subject to the residency requirements of the NJ First Act (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any person hired to a non-exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey or have one (1) year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person hired to an exempt position shall either have their principal residence in New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York or have ninety (90) days from the date of employment to establish, then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, or New York.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Rowan University is committed to assisting all members of the Rowan community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available on the Department of Public Safety website at: https://sites.rowan.edu/publicsafety/_docs/annual_security_report.pdf

If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop by the Department of Public Safety Office, located at Bole Hall Annex, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ 08028 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (856) 256-4562 or 4506.

The report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as: crime prevention, public safety authority, crime reporting policies, fire safety, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about fire statistics in Rowan University Residential Facilities and crime statistics for the three previous calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. This information is required by federal law, Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or "Clery Act" and is provided by the Rowan University Department of Public Safety.