Postdoctoral Researcher (PIER – Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence)-2

Postdoctoral Researcher (PIER – Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence)-2

The Postdoctoral Researcher will conduct research in Trustworthy AI with a focus on optimizing cyber-physical systems. The position integrates research, teaching, and service to support Prairie View A&M University’s leadership in advancing research and education in Trustworthy AI. The appointment is a one-year, full-time position in residence with the option to renew for a second year based on performance, research progress, and available funding. The maximum term is two years. The salary is commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research addressing Trustworthy AI for improving cyber-physical systems.
• Lead experiments, simulations, and testbed prototyping activities.
• Engage in interdisciplinary research with faculty from the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Juvenile Justice.
• Publish research findings in top-tier academic venues.
• Teach one course per semester within the College of Engineering or collaborating colleges.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students engaged in research.
• Participate in professional development workshops, write grant proposals, and contribute to other grant development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, or a related field (earned within the past three years). Candidates that have finished all required coursework and exams but have not completed or defended their final dissertation may be considered but must have a conferred Doctoral Degree at the time of appointment.
• Research experience in Trustworthy AI with applications to cyber-physical systems.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity (e.g., strong publication record, software tools developed, testbeds designed, datasets created).

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in related fields.
• Experience mentoring students in research.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.