Postdoctoral Researcher; PIER Artificial Intelligence

Postdoctoral Researcher (PIER Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence) – 2

Agency – Prairie View A&M University

Department – College Of Engineering

Location – Prairie View, Texas

Job Type – Staff (Full‑time)

Salary – Commensurate

Job Description
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 researcher will engage in interdisciplinary collaborations with faculty from the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Juvenile Justice, participate in professional development workshops, and contribute to grant development activities.
It is a one‑year, full‑time appointment in residence, with the possibility of renewal for a second year based on performance.

• Conduct independent and collaborative research on Trustworthy AI to improve cyber‑physical systems.
• Lead experiments, simulations, and testbed prototyping activities.
• Collaborate 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.

• 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.
• Research experience in Trustworthy AI with applications to cyber‑physical systems.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity (e.g., publication record, software tools, testbeds, datasets).

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

Job Posting Close Date – 01/19/2026

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Apply via Prairie View A&M University’s career site by the closing date. All other channels (Indeed, higheredjobs, etc.) are not considered.

All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants will undergo a criminal history investigation and credential verification.

Equal Opportunity, Veterans, Disability Employer.

Prairie View A&M University is a first‑class institution with a strong engineering heritage and offers undergraduate and graduate programs through nine colleges and schools. The university is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service.