Independent Research Fellow — AI Innovation & Impact

NU USA Northeastern University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

vision

dental

paid time off

tuition assistance

wellness & life

retirement

commuting & transportation

Job summary

Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer Sciences seeks a Distinguished Research Fellow to establish and lead an independent research program. The role includes design, execution, and oversight of a comprehensive research agenda, plus securing external funding and mentoring PhD students.

Priority will be given to Embodied AI Software, Systems, and Security; AI and Life Sciences; and Socially Responsive AI. Appointments are for one to two years and require a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent by start date.
• Outstanding research record with publications, inventions, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated project-management experience including supervision and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and oversee a comprehensive research program.
• Secure external research funding and manage project budgets.
• Recruit and mentor PhD students and collaborate with industry, government, and nonprofit partners.

Skills

Project management

Supervisory experience

Budget management

Education

PhD in CS or related field

Job description

Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer Sciences seeks a Distinguished Research Fellow to establish and lead an independent research program. The role includes design, execution, and oversight of a comprehensive research agenda, plus securing external funding and mentoring PhD students.

Priority will be given to Embodied AI Software, Systems, and Security; AI and Life Sciences; and Socially Responsive AI. Appointments are for one to two years and require a Ph.D.