Computer and Information Research Scientists

About the Role

Computer and Information Research Scientists develop innovative computer systems and algorithms to advance information technology and solve complex computing problems.

Other Common Titles

Computer Scientist
Information Scientist
Research Scientist in Computer Science
Computing Researcher
Data Scientist

Typical Tasks

Research and develop new computing technologies and methodologies
Design and implement algorithms to process data effectively
Collaborate with engineers and software developers to apply research findings
Publish findings in scientific journals and present at conferences
Test and evaluate new computing tools and techniques
Develop software applications for specialized purposes
Industry consultation to apply research to real-world problems

Notable People

Barbara Liskov – A pioneering computer scientist known for her work in programming languages and software design, and the recipient of the Turing Award.
John McCarthy – A founding figure in artificial intelligence and the creator of the Lisp programming language.
Marvin Minsky – A co-founder of the MIT AI Lab, known for his contributions to AI and cognitive science.

Recommended Resources

Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach
A widely used textbook for understanding AI, written by Stuart Russell and Peter Norvig.
Computer Research and Engineering Resources
A resource for news, events, and research in computer science and engineering.
The Computing Research Association Podcast
Podcasts focusing on the latest trends and research in computing.