Postdoctoral Scholar in Computer Science & Engineering FY26-27

CALIFORNIA MUSEUM-PHOTOGRAPHY; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Scholar position in system security, including vulnerability discovery and analysis, system building, and program analysis. Open research area with an initial two-year appointment and potential renewal based on performance and funding. Salary $71,491–$85,736 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering or closely related field required by appointment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering or closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Strong publication record in relevant areas such as software engineering, security, programming languages, or architecture.
• Preferred: experience designing and implementing research prototypes, conducting evaluations and data analysis, mentoring students, and collaborating in research teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in system security including vulnerability discovery, analysis, system building, and program analysis.
• Publish results in top conferences and journals; contribute to interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Collaborate with researchers and mentor students within the department.

Job description

The Department of Computer Science & Engineering at the University of California, Riverside invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Scholar position in the area of system security, including vulnerability discovery and analysis, system building, and program analysis. Candidates should have a strong publication record in relevant conferences, such as those in software engineering, security, programming languages, or architecture.

This is an open research area position, and the department welcomes applicants from all areas of computer science & engineering who demonstrate strong potential for impactful research and interdisciplinary collaboration. The initial appointment will be for two years, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and availability of funding. Salary will range from $71,491 to $85,736 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience, in accordance with University of California guidelines
(see: Postdoctoral Studies )

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering or a closely related field by the time of appointment. Successful candidates will have a strong research record and experience relevant to their area of specialization. Preferred qualifications include experience in designing and implementing research prototypes, conducting evaluations and data analysis, mentoring students, and contributing effectively in collaborative research environments.

For more information about the Department of Computer Science & Engineering, please visit [Bourns College of Engineering at UC Riverside | We Engineer Excellence (https://engr.ucr.edu]. Additional details regarding postdoctoral studies at UC Riverside can be found at [[https://graduate.ucr.edu/postdoctoral-studies]]

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering or a closely related field by the time of appointment