Senior AI Researcher — Mission-Driven National Security

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

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Senior AI Researcher to advance cutting-edge AI research aligned with mission priorities. You will collaborate with sponsors, program managers, and leadership to guide research directions and proposals while translating ideas into funded work.

Role emphasizes credibility, creativity, and impact on national security. This senior scientist position emphasizes shaping research directions, publishing, and external collaboration

Qualifications

• PhD in AI or related field required.
• 15+ years of AI research with peer-reviewed publications.
• Contributions to funded research including proposals.
• Ability to independently advance research ideas from concept to execution.
• Eligibility for Interim Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Skills

15+ years AI research

Peer-reviewed publications

Funded research contributions

Independent research execution

Strong technical judgment

Education

PhD in Artificial Intelligence

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Senior AI Researcher to advance cutting-edge AI research aligned with mission priorities. You will collaborate with sponsors, program managers, and leadership to guide research directions and proposals while translating ideas into funded work.

Role emphasizes credibility, creativity, and impact on national security. This senior scientist position emphasizes shaping research directions, publishing, and external collaboration