Postdoctoral Fellowship in Differentially Private Learning and Replicability

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 67,600 - 91,826; Full time

Job summary

Harvard University in Cambridge is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Differentially Private Learning and Replicability. The successful candidate will work under Professor Cynthia Dwork in the Computer Science department, focusing on algorithmic fairness and replicability in algorithms. Applicants must have a doctorate in a related field and show interest in algorithmic fairness. The position offers a salary range of $67,600 – $91,826, depending on qualifications and experience. The application deadline is March 2, 2026.

Qualifications

• A doctorate or terminal degree in Computer Science or a related area is required by the expected start date.
• Demonstrated interest in algorithmic fairness is desirable.
• A track record of publications in high-quality venues in the stated areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in differentially private learning and its connections to replicability of algorithms and algorithmic fairness.

Skills

Interest in algorithmic fairness

Publications in high-quality venues

Education

Doctorate or terminal degree in Computer Science or related area

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Differentially Private Learning and Replicability

Title Postdoctoral Fellowship in Differentially Private Learning and Replicability

School Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Department/Area Computer Science

Cynthia Dwork , Gordon McKay Professor of Computer Science in Harvard SEAS’ Theory of Computation Group, seeks applicants for a postdoctoral fellowship to conduct research in differentially private learning, its connections to replicability of algorithms, and algorithmic fairness.

Basic Qualifications

Candidates are required to have a doctorate or terminal degree in Computer Science or a related area by the expected start date.

Additional Qualifications

A demonstrated interest in algorithmic fairness is desirable, as well as a track record of publications in high-quality venues in the stated areas.

Special Instructions

Required application documents include a cover letter, CV, a statement of research interests, and up to three representative papers. Candidates are also required to submit the names and contact information for at least two (or up to three) references.

We encourage candidates to apply by March 2, 2026, but will continue to review applications for up to 30 days from date of posting.

Contact Information

Allison Choat (Faculty Coordinator, Theory of Computation Group)

Contact Email

Contact Email [e-mail]

Salary Range $67,600 – $91,826

Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as rank, years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field.

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Allowed 5

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