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Post Doctoral Researcher

New York University
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Sept 2025
💰 $73,000/yr($64,000/yr$73,000/yr)

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Description

POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE

New York University Tandon School of Engineering

 

Cybersecurity for Democracy at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is seeking to hire a Post Doctoral Associate to work with Professor Damon McCoy. 

 

New York University (NYU) is one of the top private universities in the United States, and the Tandon School of Engineering, located in Brooklyn, NY, is deeply committed to excellence in teaching and learning. Tandon fosters student and faculty innovation and entrepreneurship that make a difference in the world. Cybersecurity for Democracy is a multi-university center for problem-driven research and research-driven policy.  

 

Expectations

Candidates will be responsible for conducting research and helping to mentor students. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated background in computer science or a related area as exemplified by a strong publication record. Previous experience on data-driven security and privacy is desired.

 

Salary

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary for this position is $64,000 to $73,000 depending on the candidate’s experience and qualification.

 

Qualifications

Candidates should have a PhD in computer science or a related field. We welcome applicants with recent PhDs and individuals seeking additional postdoctoral training. Candidates will be required to present eligibility to work in the United States.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit, as one pdf, the following information:

 

  • an up-to-date CV that includes a complete list of publications,

  • a research statement that describes their interest and goals and how their research relates to this position,

  • copies of up to three relevant scientific papers,

  • names and contact informat

 

All application materials should be submitted electronically via Interfolio. Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and will continue until the position is filled.  Expected start date is: September 1, 2025

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Sustainability Statement 

NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability

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