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We are looking for an innovative, collaborative, and highly motivated research intern to join our efforts in machine learning for healthcare data, where we are developing state-of-the-art deep learning and natural language processing technology to build ambient intelligence for the clinic. Both supervised and unsupervised methods will be used to analyze, summarize, enhance, and interpret large collections of doctor-patient interactions and produce research outputs that can improve the doctor-patient experience
This is a virtual internship and the intern must be physically located in the US or Canada
Research Intern – Deep Learning and Natural Language Processing
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will collaborate with a team of top-notch scientists, engineers, and healthcare researchers to:
• Analyze real-world data to explore opportunities for modeling healthcare data
• Design and implement state-of-the-art ML and NLP systems
• Conduct rapid experimentation and deep engagement for real-world delivery and impact
• Propose novel approaches for unsolved research problems
Note: In addition to the qualifications below, you’ll need to submit a minimum of two reference letters for this position. After you submit your application, a request for letters may be sent to your list of references on your behalf. Note that reference letters cannot be requested until after you have submitted your application, and furthermore, that they might not be automatically requested for all candidates. You may wish to alert your letter writers in advance, so they will be ready to submit your letter.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Must be currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science, or a related STEM field.
Must have at least 1 year of experience in machine learning, natural language processing, or a related fie
This is a virtual internship and the intern must be physically located in the US or Canada
Preferred Qualifications
• Passionate about real-world applications and impact in healthcare
• Strong verbal and writing communication skills
• Track record of publications in top ML or NLP venues
• Experience with recent NLP & deep learning advancements, e.g., BERT, transformers, attention, LSTMs, sequence to sequence, etc.