Shruti R. Kulkarni
About Shruti R. Kulkarni
Shruti R. Kulkarni is a Research Scientist specializing in AI and Machine Learning, currently employed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2022. She has a diverse academic background with multiple degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering, including a Ph.D. from New Jersey Institute of Technology.
Current Role as Research Scientist
Shruti R. Kulkarni currently serves as a Research Scientist in AI and Machine Learning at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. She has held this position since 2022. In her role, she focuses on advancing research in artificial intelligence and machine learning, contributing to various projects that aim to enhance computational methodologies and applications.
Previous Experience in Academia
Prior to her current role, Kulkarni worked as a Course Instructor at New Jersey Institute of Technology for four months in 2018. She also served as a Teaching Assistant at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay from 2010 to 2012. These positions allowed her to engage with students and contribute to the academic community through instruction and support.
Professional Experience in Research
Kulkarni has extensive research experience, having worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory from 2020 to 2022. Additionally, she interned at Micron Technology as a Machine Learning architect intern in 2019 and at Texas Instruments as a Machine Learning intern in 2018. These roles provided her with practical experience in applying machine learning techniques in various technological contexts.
Educational Background
Kulkarni has a robust educational background in engineering and computer science. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Electrical and Computer Engineering from New Jersey Institute of Technology, where she studied Neuromorphic Computing. She also holds a Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Electronic Systems from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, and a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Electronics and Communications from RNS Institute of Technology.
Internship Experience in Technology
In addition to her academic and research roles, Kulkarni gained industry experience through internships. She worked as an ASIC Engineer at Juniper Networks from 2012 to 2014 in Bangalore. Her internships at Texas Instruments and Micron Technology further enhanced her expertise in machine learning applications within the technology sector.