Part-time Research Intern

4 weeks ago


State College, Pennsylvania, United States Penn State University Full time
Job Opportunity:

Penn State University is seeking multiple part-time research interns to work on a project related to computer science and engineering. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a challenging project that involves implementing a gradient-free test-time evasion attack against a classifier trained for the MNIST domain.

Responsibilities:

The research intern will be responsible for implementing an algorithm to perform gradient-free TTE attacks in Matlab. The candidate will need to attack each test sample and misclassify it to a randomly chosen target class. The research intern will also be responsible for reporting the attack success rate and the average number of classifier queries needed to achieve a successful attack. Additionally, the candidate will need to display representative attacked image examples to show whether the attack is perceptible or imperceptible. The research intern will also be responsible for suggesting a simple algorithm for detecting attacks and reporting its performance.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer science and engineering. The candidate will need to have experience with Matlab and be familiar with the MNIST dataset. The research intern will also need to have strong problem-solving skills and be able to work independently.

Benefits:

Penn State University offers a competitive salary and benefits package to its research interns. The university is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. The research intern will also have the opportunity to work with a team of experienced researchers and engineers.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their application through the university's online application system. The application should include a cover letter, resume, and a list of relevant skills and experience. The deadline for application is not specified.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Penn State University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Employment with Penn State:

Employment with Penn State University is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. The university is committed to providing a safe and secure work environment for all employees and students.

Additional Information:

Penn State University is a public research university located in University Park, PA. The university is committed to providing high-quality education and research opportunities to its students and faculty. The university's research programs are focused on advancing knowledge and improving the human condition.

Disclaimer:

The information provided in this job description is accurate to the best of our knowledge. However, the university reserves the right to modify or withdraw this job description at any time without notice.

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