Faculty Associate - Research of Computer Science

AD-1701-01/03/05

Department of Computer Science

Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA

The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) is accepting applications for a Faculty Associate - Research in the Department of Computer Science (non-tenure track). We are especially interested in candidates with recent strong experience in cryptographic and cybersecurity fundamentals application and/or research.

Our students consist primarily of U.S. and international military officers seeking master’s degrees, U.S. civilians entering the Cyber Corps who already have bachelor degrees or higher and are seeking master’s degrees, and a few PhD students. We specialize in cyber security, networking, modeling and simulation, artificial intelligence, software engineering, and data science. Through research, we foster close collaboration with our military, civilian, and international counterparts, supported by state-of-the-art national and international laboratories.  NPS is located close to the technology hubs of the San Francisco Bay Area and are very well connected in the US Navy and DoD cyber security and big data communities.

How to Apply:

We seek to fill the position by July 2023 and will consider applications beginning 01 June 2023.  In your application package your CV, names of three references, and a sample of your published work, if any. Discuss in your cover letter why you are interested in this position and comment on your initial teaching interests, research goals, and capabilities. The appointment will be made at the AD-01/03/05 seniority level, depending upon the candidate’s degree and experience history.

Please submit applications to:  Dr. Geoff Xie, Search Committee Chair: xie@nps.edu

The Naval Postgraduate School is an equal opportunity employer. For additional information about NPS, please refer to the website at  http://www.nps.edu.

Minimum qualifications:

To qualify for the AD-1701-01 level:

• An earned undergraduate degree in a discipline that supports the departmental needs;
• Demonstrated aptitude for scientific research; and
• Demonstrated ability to work with student researchers

To qualify for the AD-1701-03 level:

• An earned graduate degree in a discipline that supports research line and the departmental thesis needs;
• Demonstrated aptitude for scientific research; and
• Demonstrated ability to work with student researchers

To qualify for the AD-1701-05 level:

• An earned graduate degree in a discipline that supports the research line and departmental thesis needs;
• Extensive background and knowledge in the assigned subject matter area and a sustained record of conducting scientific research involving new or emerging technologies or principles.
• Demonstrated ability to lead project efforts and to work with student researchers.

Must currently hold or be eligible for a U.S. Secret clearance.

Preferred Experience: We seek applicants with the following skills and experience.   (1) Recent (past 5 years) experience with cybersecurity fundamentals, particularly cryptographic fundamentals. (2) Recent (past 5 years) experience in two or more of the following (significant experience in one area may be balanced with lesser experience in another): Programming in Rust; Network simulation; Research with cryptographic algorithms or protocols; Hands-on implementation-to-field test technology testing; Research publications. Also desirable are skills in leading groups, supporting teamwork, and ability to adapt to new programming languages and testing environments. Experience in topics that align with current departmental research areas in cryptography and application areas is a plus.

NOTE:  Veterans Preference:  Veterans Preference is treated as a positive merit factor for NPS faculty positions.  We strongly encourage you to identify your Veterans’ Preference on your resume or elsewhere in your application package (type of preference, dates of service, date of VA letter, character of service, etc...). 

Additional Veterans’ information: If you are not sure of your preference eligibility, visit the Department of Labor's website: http://www.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/mservice.htm. For more veterans’ preference information, visit: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.

Are you a current active duty service member? If yes, you are required to submit a statement of service printed on command letterhead and signed by the command. The statement of service must provide the branch of service, rate/rank, all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). Please note: you will be ineligible if your statement of service is not submitted with your application or it shows an expected discharge or release date greater than 120 days from the date of application.

About Naval Postgraduate School

The mission of the Naval Postgraduate School is to provide relevant and unique advanced education and research programs to increase the combat effectiveness of commissioned officers of the Naval Service to enhance the security of the United States. In support of the foregoing, and to sustain academic excellence, NPS and the DON foster and encourage a program of relevant and meritorious research which both supports the needs of Navy and Department of Defense while building the intellectual capital of Naval Postgraduate School faculty.

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