Research Scientist or Postdoctoral Associate in Formal Methods for Security and Machine Learning

Minimum Qualifications

Postdoctoral Research Associate:

Education:

• PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics or a related field

Research Scientist:

Education:

• PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics

Experience:

• At least one postdoctoral or post-PhD research (min: 2 years, full time) related experience

Common Skills:

• Publications in top-tier venues in at least one of the following areas: security, programming languages, or machine learning
• Strong programming skills and motivation to pursue independent research

Additional Considerations

• Background in cryptography or machine learning
• Expertise in numerical methods is a significant plus
• Expertise in GPU programming (or High Performance Computing) is a significant plus
• Experience with formal methods and enthusiasm for applying them to security and/or machine learning
• Applicants should have excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently, with limited direction, as well as within a team environment.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.

This is a full-time, grant-funded, benefited position with an anticipated hiring range of $70,000–$85,000, and an anticipated starting salary of $70,000 for the position of research scientist. Anticipated hiring range for postdoc is $60,000-70,000. The specific title (postdoctoral associate or research scientist) will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

This position is contingent upon funding, productivity, successful performance and the availability of funding. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal based on productivity, successful performance, and the availability of funding.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; however, the posting may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

Please include a curriculum vitae (CV), cover letter, research statement and publication list with your application. Names and contact information for three references will be required during the application process.

Organization

Working at University of Massachusetts Lowell

Located in the culturally and historically rich Merrimack Valley in northeast Massachusetts, the University of Massachusetts Lowell is a vibrant research university that offers its 13,000 students more than 120 bachelor’s, master’s, professional master’s and doctoral degree programs. Exciting opportunities in experiential and service learning, scholarship, community engagement, and international partnerships can be found across the Colleges of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Engineering; Management; Sciences; School of Health and Environment; and Graduate School of Education.

This is a time of unprecedented growth and opportunity at UMass Lowell. Student enrollment and retention have improved annually. Research funding and alumni giving have increased significantly and the campus has embarked on the construction of two new academic buildings: the Emerging Technologies & Innovation Center and the Health & Social Sciences Building.

The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and to identify your strengths in this area.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Massachusetts Lowell is to enhance the intellectual, personal and cultural development of its students through excellent, affordable educational programs. The University seeks to meet the needs of the Commonwealth today and into the future and supports the development of sustainable technologies and communities through its teaching, research, scholarship and engagement.