Junior Research Scientist in the Division of Engineering (Computer Engineering) Dr. Jiahao Yu

The research group of Professor Jiahao Yu at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) invites applications for full-time research positions at the Junior Research Scientist level in AI and Cybersecurity. The preferred start date is 1 February 2027 subject to completion of the appointment process.

The group studies the security of artificial intelligence (AI) and the application of AI to cybersecurity. We welcome applicants working in one or more of the following areas: AI security; trustworthy machine learning and interpretability; or applying AI to software security vulnerability detection and other cybersecurity domains.

Successful candidates will develop and evaluate methods in these research areas implement experiments analyze results and contribute to publications. Junior Research Scientists will carry out research objectives defined with the principal investigator.

Junior Research Scientist applicants must hold a bachelors degree in computer science computer engineering or a related field; a masters degree with less than 5 years of experience is preferred.

Applicants should have research experience in at least one of the areas above strong programming and experimental skills and clear written and oral communication. Experience with machine learning frameworks security analysis tools or both is desirable. Publications and well-documented research software are welcome evidence of research ability.