Iowa State University
Postdoc Research Associate - Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity
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Job Description
- Req#: R17262
- Conduct cutting-edge research in the areas of AI and/or cybersecurity.
- Publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals.
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in research projects.
- Participate in proposal development and grant writing to support ongoing and future research initiatives.
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated experience in current trends of Artificial Intelligence (AI), such as large language models
- Demonstrated experience in cybersecurity with a focus on AI
- Demonstrated experience with the development of research ideas
- Demonstrated ability to work on projects independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team
- Demonstrated research record including publications
Position Title:
Postdoc Research Associate - Artificial Intelligence and CybersecurityAppointment Type:
Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Computer Science at the Iowa State University is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate in the area of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and/or cybersecurity. We invite qualified candidates to participate in cutting-edge research in the area of AI and/or cybersecurity. Candidates should have strong oral and written communication skills. The expected start date is Fall 2025, and the initial appointment is one year, but can be renewed contingent upon performance and funding.
Job duties include:
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
A pplications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to receive full consideration, applications should be received by 7/16/2025.
If you have any questions regarding the position, please email cxin@iastate.edu.
Proposed Start Date:
September 1, 2025Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
August 14, 2026Number of Months Employed Per Year:
Time Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter3) Copies of three publications
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing ProgramOriginal Posting Date:
June 17, 2025Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:
R17262About the company
Iowa State University of Science and Technology,, is a public land-grant research university in Ames, Iowa.
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