Research Professor: AI, Data Science & Cyber Analytics

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech National Security Institute (VTNSI) in the Washington, DC area seeks a Research Assistant Professor to accelerate growth in data strategies, AI assurance, and cyber analytics. You will join the Hume Center’s ISD as a research faculty member, leading new programs and mentoring students in a diverse, interdisciplinary setting.

The role focuses on securing funding, publishing substantial work, and partnering with national security sponsors to advance innovative solutions. U.S.

Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate in a related field as listed in the job posting.
• Evidence of high potential for excellence in research and development.
• Scholarship and funding credentials supporting rank decisions.
• Demonstrated publications in peer-reviewed venues.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of university sponsored programs through R&D.
• Author technical documents and publish peer-reviewed papers.
• Support development of funded programs and business development activities.
• Mentor students and contribute to workforce training and education.

Skills

Research leadership

Team collaboration

Publish in peer-reviewed venues

Proficiency with research tools

Education

Doctorate in Computer Science / AI / ML / Data Science / Math / Statistics

Job description

Virginia Tech National Security Institute (VTNSI) in the Washington, DC area seeks a Research Assistant Professor to accelerate growth in data strategies, AI assurance, and cyber analytics. You will join the Hume Center’s ISD as a research faculty member, leading new programs and mentoring students in a diverse, interdisciplinary setting.

The role focuses on securing funding, publishing substantial work, and partnering with national security sponsors to advance innovative solutions. U.S.