Research Associate in Computer Science

Go VCE; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia Department of Computer Science seeks applicants for a Research Associate (Postdoctoral) position under Professor Haiying Shen in Charlottesville, VA. The successful candidate will conduct research in machine learning systems, LLMs, and security/privacy aspects, mentor students, and prepare manuscripts for top conferences and journals.

This is a one-year appointment with possible renewal; the anticipated salary is $52,000–$56,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• PhD in computer science or closely related field is required by the start date.
• A strong background in ML/LLM is required.
• Experience with ML applications, particularly LLMs or ML systems, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research studies and collaborate with graduate students.
• Design and evaluate experiments and analyze results.
• Prepare manuscripts for leading conferences and journals in computer science.

Education

PhD in computer science or closely related field

ML/LLM background

Experience with ML applications/LLMs

Job description

The University of Virginia Department of Computer Science is seeking applicants for a Research Associate (Postdoctoral) position under the supervision of Professor Haiying Shen.

The postdoctoral researcher will conduct research in (a) systems for machine learning, including large language models (LLMs), and/or (b) secure and privacy-preserving ML/LLM. The researcher will investigate techniques to improve the efficiency, security, and reliability of the systems and will have opportunities to develop skills in student mentoring and research publication.

The successful candidate will conduct research studies, collaborate with graduate students, design and evaluate experiments, analyze and interpret results, and prepare manuscripts for leading conferences and journals in computer science.

Qualification Requirements

A Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related field is required by the start date. A strong background in ML/LLM, or related areas is required. Experience with machine learning applications, particularly LLMs or machine learning systems, is preferred.

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin on January 10, 2027, and the position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

This is a one-year appointment; the appointment may be renewed for an additional year contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.

The anticipated salary is $52,000 - $56,000, commensurate with experience

For questions regarding this position, contact Haiying Shen, Professor, at [e-mail].

For questions regarding the application process, contact Richard Haverstrom, Faculty Search Advisor, at [e-mail].

For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .