Senior Analyst IT, Research Computing - AI Engagement Specialist

This position is hybrid eligible. Work is primarily based in Durham, NC, with approximately two on-site days per month and occasional travel within North Carolina.

Be Bold.

• Partner with researchers to integrate AI tools into coding, data analysis, and documentation workflows.
• Provide one-on-one consultations and embedded support for research groups adopting AI-enabled workflows.
• Design and deliver workshops on AI-assisted coding, LLMs in research, and reproducible AI workflows.
• Lead and contribute to semester-based collaborative AI research projects.
• Develop documentation, tutorials, and example workflows to support scalable AI adoption.

Choose Duke.

At Duke University, Research Computing supports world-class research across all disciplines. You will work alongside engineers, data scientists, and research facilitators who are passionate about enabling discovery through advanced computing. Duke offers a collaborative, mission-driven culture, opportunities for professional growth, and a competitive benefits package that supports your well-being and career development.

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative, scientific, or computational discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Strong proficiency in scientific programming and analysis (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R, C/C++).
• Experience working in research computing or HPC environments.
• Ability to translate research goals into effective computational workflows.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills for working with diverse research communities., * Experience supporting or conducting academic research.
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Scikit-learn.
• Experience with AI tools (e.g., copilots, LLMs) in coding and data analysis workflows.
• Experience designing or delivering technical training or workshops.
• Advanced degree in a computational, engineering, or scientific field.