Artificial Intelligence (AI) Subject Matter Expert (SME)
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Job Title: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Location: United States Air Force Academy (USAFA), Colorado Springs, CO
Clearance: Secret
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Artificial Intelligence (AI) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide support for the Dean of Faculty at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA). The AI SME will play a critical role in advancing AI-related technologies and methodologies in academic research, advising on AI strategies, and implementing cutting-edge AI solutions. This position requires a unique combination of technical expertise, teaching ability, and AI innovation, tailored to a university research environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- AI and Cybersecurity Assessment: Evaluate current and emerging AI and AI-related cybersecurity technologies for academic and research purposes.
- AI Strategy & Policy Advisory: Advise the Dean of Faculty on AI academic and research policy, strategy, and architectural concerns.
- Faculty Liaison: Serve as the Dean's AI coach, promoting AI curriculum development, research experimentation, and adoption among faculty.
- Model Development: Implement deep learning models using Python, C++, or GPU-based toolkits such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and CUDA.
- Performance Optimization: Analyze and interpret AI model performance, making recommendations for improvements.
- Model Troubleshooting: Diagnose AI model under-performance and implement solutions to enhance model efficacy.
- RAG & LLM Implementation: Fine-tune and integrate Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Large Language Models (LLMs) for USAFA's specific research objectives.
- Transfer Learning: Utilize transfer learning techniques to train and adapt deep learning models for customer use.
About Us:
Ardent is a small business providing a full range of IT support services, Cyber Security services, staff augmentation, financial management, and administrative support. Headquartered in Dayton, OH near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Ardent has served federal, state/local government, commercial, and higher education markets across the US since 2000. Our staff are dedicated to combining keen strategy, innovative technologies, and superior service to find the right solution for your unique business needs.
About You:
The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:
Technical Expertise:
- Proficiency in implementing deep learning algorithms using Python or C++, with experience running models on parallel GPUs using toolkits such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or CUDA.
- Ability to develop and fine-tune custom Large Language Models (LLMs).
- Knowledge of NVIDIA Mission Command and enterprise GPU server management tools.
- Strong understanding of AI/ML infrastructure design and implementation.
- Experience training and assisting faculty in AI/ML methodologies.
University/Research Experience:
- Experience in using AI in a university and/or research setting is strongly desired.
- Broad experience in applying AI to various disciplines is preferred.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely related field.
- Specialization in AI, machine learning, AI/ML infrastructure, and cybersecurity is highly desired.
Desired Qualifications:
- Familiarity with high-paced, university-level research environments.
- Demonstrated experience in integrating AI solutions across a wide range of academic disciplines.
Ardent Technologies, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer that relies on the strength of a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
