Build generative AI solutions with large language models, retrieval-augmented generation, and semantic search for UCalgary’s advancement programs.

The Data Scientist - Applied AI reports to the Manager, Data Systems within the Office of Development and Alumni. This full time limited-term appointment lasts approximately 24 months and is currently hybrid, with three office days weekly. You will design, prototype, implement, and evaluate AI-powered solutions while connecting technical work to fundraising, communications, and engagement needs. The position coordinates analytics across faculties, central units, and support teams.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prototype and evaluate large language model applications
- Develop retrieval-augmented generation and agentic workflows
- Assess technical fit, privacy, security, cost, and maintainability




- Partner with users through implementation and continuous improvement
- Measure adoption, feedback, and realized business value

Requirements:

- Graduate degree with demonstrated data science competencies
- Experience with LLMs, RAG, embeddings, vector search, or AI agents preferred
- Highly proficient Python programming for automation and API integration
- Experience evaluating analytical and AI solutions
- Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and stakeholder communication skills

Use generative AI, machine learning, and practical workflow integration to advance data-driven fundraising and engagement at UCalgary.

📌 Generative AI Data Science Specialist (Calgary)
🏢 University of Calgary
📍 Calgary