Post Doctoral Associate

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.

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The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Post Doctoral Associate to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary Range
: $ 65,000 - $75,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

This position is dependent on the availability of fudning which is expected to last 6 months.

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

• Generous Time Off:
  Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage:
  Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits:
  Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your
  
  Education:
  
  Avail twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More:
  From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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The post-doctoral researcher will work in the Laboratory for Cybersecurity Dynamics, under the supervision of the Lab Director, Professor Shouhuai Xu. This position will work on challenging but exciting space cybersecurity research problems, collaborate with PhD students who work on the same or related problems, mentor junior student researcher, and lead efforts in writing top-quality scientific/academic research papers for top-venue publications.

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• This position is a 100% research and development position.
• This position will tackle challenging space cybersecurity research problems that require high creativity and ability to conduct original research, with strong publication record.
• This position is required to design new cybersecurity solutions (e.g., architectures) and characterise their properties, both of which demand analytical thinking and skills.

This position is dependent on the availability of internal grant funding. Funding is currently expected to last nine months
.

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by:
  September 26, 2026.
• Potential interview dates: week of October 5, 2026.
• Potential start date:
  October 15 or November 1, 2026.

CU is an Equal Opportunity…