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Distinguished Research Fellow, Khoury College of Computer Sciences

About the Opportunity

About Khoury College

Khoury College is committed to building a community of belonging among students, faculty and staff. We strongly encourage applicants from individuals with disabilities, veterans, and those with varied experiences and backgrounds. We invite you to join a fast-moving, ambitious college with an underlying mission that is driven by our motto of 'CS for Everyone.'

About the Opportunity
The Khoury College of Computer Sciences seeks a Distinguished Research Fellow to establish and lead an independent research program. The Distinguished Research Fellow will be responsible for the design, execution, and oversight of a comprehensive research agenda. This includes securing external research funding and managing project budgets. Additional expectations include recruiting and mentoring PhD students, directing their own research program, serving on external program committees, and building collaborative relationships with industry, government, and nonprofit partners.

While candidates in all areas will be considered, priority will be given to the following areas:

• Embodied AI
  
• Software, Systems, and Security
  
• AI and Life Sciences
  
• Socially Responsive AI
  

Appointments will be for a term of one to two years.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent by position start date and demonstrate progressively advanced research experience. Candidates should show outstanding achievement in their area of computer science, evidenced by a strong record of influential publications, inventions, or equivalent scholarly contributions, with recognition within the discipline. Demonstrated project management experience is required, including supervisory, budgetary, and general administrative responsibilities.

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Documents to Submit

Applicants should submit a CV, cover letter, and research statement, along with the names, affiliations, and email addresses of two reference writers. Applicants should ask each reference writer to email a letter of reference directly to postdoc-hiring@khoury.northeastern.edu. Applications will not be considered complete until two reference letters have been received.

Applications received by March 10, 2026 will receive priority consideration.

Position Type

Research

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
113S

Expected Hiring Range:
$113,865.00 - $165,105.00

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.


To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Distinguished-Research-Fellow--Khoury-College-of-Computer-Sciences_R138758







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