Research Assistant Professor - AI & Data Security

Virginia Tech; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech's National Security Institute (VTNSI) invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor position. The role supports rapid growth in data strategies, AI assurance, digital engineering, and cyber analytics within the ISD, mentoring students, and building new programs.

The successful candidate will collaborate across VTNSI and Hume Center, lead proposal teams, and contribute to national security education and workforce development. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, AI, ML, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Psychology, or a related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Evidence of high potential for excellence in research with publications.
• Scholarship and funding credentials supporting research rank.
• Demonstrated mastery through publication in peer‑reviewed venues.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of university-sponsored programs by conducting R&D.
• Author technical documents and publish peer‑reviewed papers.
• Support development of funded research by joining proposal teams and assisting business development for VTNSI.
• Mentor students and contribute to workforce training to grow the national security workforce.

Skills

Security clearance readiness

Team collaboration

Research publication

Publications in peer-reviewed venues

Education

Doctorate in CS/CE/Robust related field

Tools

Research tools

Job description

Virginia Tech's National Security Institute (VTNSI) invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor position. The role supports rapid growth in data strategies, AI assurance, digital engineering, and cyber analytics within the ISD, mentoring students, and building new programs.

The successful candidate will collaborate across VTNSI and Hume Center, lead proposal teams, and contribute to national security education and workforce development. U.S. citizenship is required.