Post Doc Research Associate

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University invites applications for a Post Doc Research Associate to conduct research in AI-enhanced cybersecurity, trustworthy and explainable AI, adversarial machine learning, and related areas.

The successful candidate will publish in peer-reviewed venues, mentor graduate and undergraduate students, participate in seminars, and help develop proposals to expand externally funded research in AI, autonomous systems, cyber resilience, and quantum technologies.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computational Data Science and Engineering, or a closely related field.
U.S. Citizenship Required.

Responsibilities

Conduct research in AI-enhanced cybersecurity, trustworthy and explainable AI, and adversarial machine learning.
Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings in collaboration with the Faculty Lead.
Mentor graduate and undergraduate students and participate in seminars and professional activities.
Contribute to the development and delivery of workshops and seminars and assist in proposals for externally funded research.
Collaborate with faculty, students, and external partners to advance AI, autonomous systems, cyber resilience, and quantum technologies.

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computational Data Science and Engineering, or a closely related field

Job description

Classification Information

Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The employee will conduct research in AI-enhanced cybersecurity, trustworthy and explainable AI, adversarial machine learning, and related areas. The employee will publish research findings in collaboration with the Faculty Lead in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings. The employee will assist in mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, participate in departmental seminars and other professional activities as assigned, and contribute to the development and delivery of workshops and seminars. In addition, the employee will support the preparation and submission of research proposals and help expand the department's externally funded research portfolio. The employee will also collaborate with faculty, students, and external partners to advance research initiatives related to AI, autonomous systems, cyber resilience, and quantum technologies.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

North Carolina A & T is a public land grant high research activity university that enrolls over 15,000 students. The University is committed to dedicated teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service. The College of Engineering (COE), with over 3000 students, has 6 Doctoral programs, 9 Masters of Science Degree programs, and EAC ABET accredited undergraduate programs in Architectural, Bio-, Biological, Civil, Chemical, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, and Mechanical Engineering, and a CAC ABET-accredited program Computer Science. The College's focus is on cultivating leaders who excel in academics, innovation, and research; where the 5 research cluster areas of the COE are Autonomous Systems, Cybersecurity and Resilience, Energy and Sustainability, Healthcare Applications and Complex Systems and Networks. The College welcomes team members who thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Additional information about the College and the University can be found at www.ncat.edu/coe.

Minimum Requirements

Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computational Data Science and Engineering, or a closely related field.
U.S. Citizenship Required

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title

Post Doc Research Associate

Position Number

007861

Recruitment Salary Range

Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Time Limited - Full-time

Tenure Track

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

08/30/2031

Organizational Division

Computer Science

Organizational Location

College of Engineering

Organizational Unit

Computer Science

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

EPA3262

Open Date

10/28/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

10/31/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position Available

11/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

North Carolina A & T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A & T State University is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A & T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A & T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more