The Research Scientist will conduct experiments and execute on research proposals developed by the Principal Investigator across the domains of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data science
Job Summary
The Research Scientist will conduct experiments and execute on research proposals developed by the Principal Investigator across the domains of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data science.
This is a deeply technical position centered on data-driven analysis to defend against cyber threats as well as building and testing AI systems to support adaptive, mission-critical workflows.
The Wicked Problems Lab at the Vanderbilt University Institute of National Security focuses on high-impact challenges at the intersection of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and national security.
Matching Summary
The Research Scientist will conduct experiments and execute on research proposals developed by the Principal Investigator across the domains of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data science.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
machine learning expertise
artificial intelligence techniques
computer vision techniques
modern data science
scripting languages (Python, MATLAB)
data-driven analysis
Nice-to-have
conveying complex technical concepts
translating emerging technologies
high-impact challenges
adaptive, mission-critical workflows
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science