Part-Time Researcher Opportunity: Develop a Multi-Modal Foundation Model for NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory
Trillium Technologies is partnering with NASA to create a Multi-Modal Foundation Model for the Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO). This project aims to streamline investigations, enhance access to large datasets, and potentially discover new physical relationships. The SDO foundation model can serve as a powerful tool for the Heliophysics community, integrating AIA, HMI, and EVE to create a digital twin of the Sun’s complex physical interactions.
Trillium is looking for part-time researchers with expertise in generative AI and foundation models to join the team. The project is divided into three stages: (Phase 1) Proof of Concept, (Phase 2) Pre-training and Validation, and (Phase 3) Fine-tuning and Release. This announcement focuses on Phase 1, which has a timeline of April 2024 to July 2024.
Responsibilities for Phase 1 include data collection, pilot task alignment and preprocessing, designing validation, model choice and evaluation, and participating in a science definition meeting in June 2024. Successful applicants will work 10-20 hours per week and collaborate with a diverse team of experts in machine learning and heliophysics. This is a paid research project for PhD and PostDoc level candidates, offering the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research in AI, space, and heliophysics, while working with top academic, government, and computing partners.
If you are passionate about pushing boundaries in AI and space science, please fill out this short application to register your interest. Share this opportunity with your network, and direct any questions to anne at trillium.tech.
Trillium Technologies is a research and development company with a focus on intelligent systems for public benefit, planetary stewardship, space exploration, and human health. With over 10 years of experience as a NASA contractor, Trillium has a proven track record in delivering research projects and collaborating with corporate leaders in AI, humanitarian organizations, and the academic community.