Undergraduate Research Positions

This list contains faculty members who are looking for research assistants. Please contact them directly for more information.

Research Positions

Faculty Member	Research Area	Project Title	Class	Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge Required
Amiri, Noorbakhsh	This project involves designing and implementing a secure, role-based workflow and data management system within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem (e.g., SharePoint, Power Automate, Teams). The system will serve as both: · Operational infrastructure for managing patient workflows (from referral to final report) · Structured data platform for research, evaluation, and future AI-driven insights This is not a simple web development task; it is a real-world system design problem involving workflow automation, secure data handling, and scalable architecture.	COMPASS Brain Health Technology Project	Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior	Required / Preferred Skills: Strong programming and problem-solving skills Experience with databases, backend logic, or APIs Familiarity with workflow systems or automation tools (a plus) Interest in system design, data modeling, and software architecture Ability to learn Microsoft 365 tools quickly (SharePoint, Power Automate, etc.) Understanding of data organization for non-technical users Strong attention to detail, especially for security and permissions Ability to document and communicate technical work clearly Position Details Role: Undergraduate Student Worker Duration: ≈ 2-2.5 months, (20 hours/week) Compensation: $15/hour Location: On-campus (BRAINS Lab, Department of Computer Science, Institute for Social Science Research) Start Date: ASAP Future Opportunity: continuation for maintenance/support in the following year Why This Opportunity? Work on a real, deployed system impacting healthcare workflows Gain experience in secure system design and workflow automation Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (clinical + technical) Contribute to infrastructure that supports research, grants, and AI applications Build strong portfolio experience beyond typical coursework How to Apply Interested students should submit: Resume (highlighting technical skills and projects) Brief statement (1–2 paragraphs) describing: Relevant experience Interest in this project Any experience with systems, data, or workflow tools Send applications to Dr. Amiri: noor.amiri@ua.edu Subject line: “COMPASS Student Worker Application – [Your Name]”
Gong, Jiaqi	User Interfaces, Interaction Design, and Web Experiences	The Alabama Center for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (ALAAI)	Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior	Click here to view details We’re looking for: Creative, communicative, and coding-savvy students Front-End Programmers passionate about user interfaces, interaction design, and web experiences Community & User Engagement Roles, including focus group facilitation, outreach, and user testing What We Offer: Practical experience on impactful AI projects Opportunities to collaborate, build professional skills, and engage with real users A flexible, inclusive environment that values both technical ability and communication Contact Dr. Gong for more information.
Ghosh, Bineet	Safe Robotics, Formal Methods, Control Theory, Embedded Systems	AutMn: Trustworthy Autonomy Labg	Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior	Open to Undergraduates already attending UA or motivated PhD students. Contact Dr. Ghosh for more information.
Dibbo, Sayanton	Security/Privacy and AI/ML	Scenario-based Adversarial Vulnerability of Neural Networks	Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior	Python, Pytorch skills needed. Contact Dr. Dibbo for more information.