Job Description
Posting Details Position Details
Posting Number
G/R32124P
Working Title
Research Assistant
Department
Warnell-Research
About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university
( . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Employment Type
Employee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary
Anticipated Start Date
03/30/2026
Posting Date
03/20/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EOO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (
hrweb@uga.edu ).
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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive literature reviews and collaborate with the Principal Investigator (PI) to identify research gaps related to the proposed research topic.
Percentage of time
30
Duties/Responsibilities
Design and implement the proposed model, and conduct experiments to establish proof of concept.
Percentage of time
40
Duties/Responsibilities
Prepare and write the manuscript for submission to a peer-reviewed journal.
Percentage of time
30
Position Details Position Information
Classification Title
Student Assistant
FLSA
Non-Exempt
UGA Job Code
FTE
0.40
Minimum Qualifications
Position Summary
The student will work under the supervision of Dr. Tao Liu to conduct research and contribute to scholarly publications on AI applications using remote sensing data. The primary focus will be on developing and applying geospatial/remote sensing foundation models for land cover classification and monitoring key forest metrics.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
- Graduate student (Master's or Ph.D.) in Computer Science, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Geospatial Science, or a related field
- Experience developing deep learning models using PyTorch
- Experience applying machine learning or deep learning methods to remote sensing imagery
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
- Proficiency in deep learning frameworks (preferably PyTorch)
- Familiarity with remote sensing data processing and analysis
- Basic knowledge of GIS concepts and workflows
- Experience working with geospatial data formats, including:
- Vector data (e.g., shapefiles, .shp)
- Raster data (e.g., GeoTIFF)
- Strong programming skills (e.g., Python)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment
Physical Demands
The student will attend weekly meetings in person and report the project progress.
Is this a Position of Trust?
No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Is driving a requirement of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
No
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the
UGA Background Check website .
Contact Information Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name
Tao Liu
Recruitment Contact Email
talliu@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents - Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- List of References with Contact Information
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Remote work