Senior AI Researcher - Defense & Autonomy

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking a Senior AI Researcher to join the Artificial Intelligence Group. You will contribute to cutting-edge AI research aligned with national security and sponsor priorities, shaping directions and translating ideas into funded work.

The role emphasizes collaboration with sponsors, program managers, and leadership, with expectations to publish and engage with the broader research community while advancing the state of the art for critical defense

Qualifications

• PhD in AI or related field.
• 15+ years of AI research experience with peer-reviewed publications.
• Ability to secure interim Top Secret and Top Secret clearances, U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Advance research in AI with mission relevance and sponsor alignment.
• Collaborate with program managers, leadership, and sponsors to shape research directions.
• Publish results and contribute to proposal development and execution of funded work.
• Provide expert judgment to ensure technical quality and credibility of the group.

Skills

AI research

Security clearance

Education

PhD in AI

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking a Senior AI Researcher to join the Artificial Intelligence Group. You will contribute to cutting-edge AI research aligned with national security and sponsor priorities, shaping directions and translating ideas into funded work.

The role emphasizes collaboration with sponsors, program managers, and leadership, with expectations to publish and engage with the broader research community while advancing the state of the art for critical defense