Research Assistant - AI

Overview

Project

Title:

Efficacy of AI Chatbots in Promoting Mental Wellbeing among University Students in the UAE: A Randomized Controlled Trial

• Collect and process large datasets (e.g., Reddit, PAN-12) relevant to child maltreatment detection.
• Implement and evaluate state-of-the-art Large Language Models (GPT-4, GPT-3.5, Claude, LLaMA-2, LLaMA-3).
• Conduct language profiling to identify early warning signs.
• Analyze linguistic and conversational cues related to mental health indicators.
• Train participants on safe and effective chatbot usage.
• Design, implement, and evaluate interventions, including preliminary and follow-up analyses.
• Conduct comparative quantitative analyses of mental health outcomes using metrics such as precision-recall curves, Cohen’s kappa, and sensitivity analysis.
• Collaborate on writing and dissemination of findings.

• PhD or Master’s in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or related field
• AI RA – Shared Skills & Preferences

As above

• Experience working in interdisciplinary collaboration across AI and psychology
• Experience with chatbot development or AI in healthcare, AI model implementation, particularly NLP and LLMs
• Experience with digital mental health tools
• Proficiency in programming languages (Python, R) and familiarity with APIs and cloud computing
• Knowledgeable in AI ethics and data security practices
• Strong analytical and quantitative research skills
• Publication records or previous contributions to academic manuscripts
• Fluent in English; excellent written and oral communication skills (Arabic is a plus)

Cover letter detailing qualifications, experience, and interest in the project;
Contact details of two academic or professional referees;
Work sample

Kindly apply before the closing date: 20/02/2026