Data Science and AI Research Methodologist

🇺🇸 Chapel Hill, NC 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $80K - $100K 💻 Data Science 🗓️ January 13th, 2026

Jupyter Python

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hiring a Data Science and AI Research Methodologist to support research programs applying artificial intelligence, large language models, and new approach methods in social, health, and data sciences. The role involves consulting with research teams on study design, delivering training on AI techniques, providing data management services to ensure research reproducibility, and contributing to grant proposal development and campus-wide initiatives in emerging technologies.

Highlights

Consult with research teams on AI/NAM-powered research study and experiment design.
Develop and deliver training programs in AI and new approach methods emphasizing ethics and research rigor.
Provide advanced data management services including syntax and code review for transparency and reproducibility.
Support grant proposal development for AI/NAM research initiatives.
Engage with UNC research stakeholders on campus-wide efforts to enhance capacities in emerging technologies.
Proficiency required in programming languages such as Python, R, STATA, or MPlus.
Experience with AI, machine learning, natural language processing, and ethical issues in AI research.
Preferred qualifications include a PhD or Master's with extensive relevant experience and familiarity with platforms like Jupyter, GitHub, Azure AI, and local LLM deployment tools.
Competitive salary range of $80,000 to $100,000 with full-time permanent appointment.
Requires relevant post-Baccalaureate degree or equivalent experience and demonstrated research productivity.