PhD ML/AI Research Scientist - National Security
$105k - $245kJohns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab is seeking a new PhD graduate with expertise in machine learning to analyze data for defense and national security applications. The role involves supporting multi-disciplinary teams, developing data analysis techniques, and communicating findings to technical staff and management. This offers a competitive salary range of $105,000 to $245,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits, in Laurel, Maryland. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
$102.5k
Overview Are you an early-career researcher hoping to invent the future of artificial intelligence (AI)? Do you have a burning... ...pressing challenges facing our nation’s security and prosperity? If these questions... ...research We are seeking new PhD graduates that, in the short-...For phdTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$100k
...lives and ensure our nation's preeminence?... ...architectures, or novel AI design tools and... ...functional team of AI researchers, robotics engineers... ...foundations of ML, including probability... ...Secret level security clearance by your start... ...Master's degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering...For phdTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$102.5k
...experience developing AI/ML algorithms OR a graduate-level research background in data... ...energetic team of scientists and engineers? Are... ...ready to help the US secure and maintain... ...graduating with a PhD degree in Computer... ...class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense...For phdTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...artificial intelligence (AI) to unlock insights... ...dimensional data towards national security impact? Do you want to... ...Systems Center, conducts research at the intersection of... ...job if you: Have a PhD degree in a relevant field... ..., including modern AI/ML methods, deep learning,...For phdTemporary workInterim roleRemote workFlexible hours
$115k - $265k
A research institute supporting national security is seeking a Research Computer Scientist to tackle complex computing problems that are vital for the nation's security. Candidates... ...of computational issues are preferred. A PhD is helpful but not required. The estimated salary...For phd$105k
...solutions for our greatest national security challenges? Are you searching... ...We need talented engineers, scientists, and developers with... ...problems for our sponsors Research, develop, evaluate, and deploy... ...have... A Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics...For phdTemporary workWork experience placementRelocation packageFlexible hours$105k
...and find ways to make it better? If you are graduating with a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Physics,... ...and collaborative environment to solve challenging technical national security problems, we'd love to have you join our team. We are seeking...For phdTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$102.5k - $227.5k
Overview 2026 PhD Graduate - Signal Processing / Communications and Networking Scientist at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory... ...experience. Eligibility for security clearances is noted in the qualifications... ...contributing to important national security missions....For phdFull timeFor contractorsInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$85k
...environment to solve challenging technical national security problems, we'd like you to join our... ...Development Group which specializes in advanced research and program of record activities for... ...Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) techniques, object tracking and discrimination...Temporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$105k
...to maintaining our national security and strength?... ...graduating with a PhD in Statistics, Physics... ...statisticians, data scientists, and analysts who... ...to the full research and development lifecycle... ...foundations of ML, including probability... ...using modern AI/ML libraries or frameworks...For phdTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...committed to tackling our nation's toughest challenges—... ..., healthier, and more secure nation and world. Our... ...Generative and Agentic AI Engineering Department... ...AI, agentic AI, and AI/ML research and engineering to operational... ...Master's degree; or a PhD with relevant...For phdWork experience placementLocal area
- ...Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer, Level III... ...(especially in AWS). AI/ML system design and implementation... ...decisions. System security and networking (particularly... ...experience. OR A PhD in a Qualified Engineering... ...ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability...For phdFull timeTemporary work
- ...committed to tackling our nation's toughest challenges—... ..., healthier, and more secure nation and world. Our... ...Generative and Agentic AI Engineering Department... ...AI, agentic AI, and AI/ML research and engineering to operational... ...Master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years'...For phdWork experience placementInternshipLocal area
$105k
...Are you passionate about research, discovery, and... ...others to solve some of the nation's toughest cyber challenges... ...if you... Have a PhD degree in computer... ...ultimately obtain a Top Secret security clearance. If selected,... .... Have knowledge of AI/ML, Agentic AI, and/or AI-...For phdTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleInternshipLocal areaRelocation packageFlexible hours$102.5k - $227.5k
A leading research institution in Laurel, MD, is seeking motivated PhD graduates in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science to participate in advanced defense research. Candidates will work on radar testing, simulations, and integrating machine learning with signal...For phd$200k - $230k
...Data Scientist Location: Annapolis Junction, MD... ...the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)... ...in these areas: Research, Exploration, and Innovation... ...Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML). Build predictive... ...focus on keeping our nation safe and secure....Temporary workFor contractorsImmediate startFlexible hoursShift work$133.56k - $175k
...- $175,000.00 Security Clearance: Secret... ...within our nation's intelligence and... ...range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber... ...need for an AI/ML Engineer who... ...environments. Research, design, and apply... ...experience with PhD or Juris... ...technologists; scientists; logistics experts...For phdFull timeWork at officeLocal areaWorldwide$85k
...of highly skilled researchers? If so, we'... ...highly motivated AI/ML platform engineer... ...of engineers and scientists who are at the forefront... ...Secret level security clearance by your... ...Have a Master's or PhD in Engineering, Math... ...expertise to our nation's most critical defense...For phdTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours$155k - $175k
...Developer to support the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Performance... ...experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) • Experience with Zeppelin... ...mission with a focus on keeping our nation safe and secure. Integral is headquartered...Temporary workImmediate startFlexible hoursShift work$200k - $225k
...Lead AI Engineer – Cybersecurity Active TS/SCI Clearance... ...which supports U.S. national security and public-interest missions... ...Conduct adversarial AI research, including threat modeling... ...years (MS), or 3+ years (PhD) of experience in AI/ML or related fields. ~ Strong...For phdFor contractors2 days per week3 days per week- ...Research Positions at the Applied Research... ...Intelligence & Security (ARLIS) The Applied... ...intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and data... ...mission to support national security through... ...behavioral scientists, domain experts,... ...Research Scientist: PhD in a relevant field...For phdFor subcontractorWork at office
$102.5k - $227.5k
A premier research laboratory in Maryland is seeking a highly motivated researcher specializing in AI/ML algorithms. You will engage in the development process, presenting evaluations... ...datasets. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a relevant field and has experience in...For phd- ...Overview: Quantum Research International, Inc. (Quantum) is a certified... ...the U.S. Government and our Nation's Warfighters. In addition to... ...important to the National Security of the United States and the work... ...experience. OR A PhD in a Qualified Engineering Field...For phdFor contractorsWork at officeRemote work
$102.5k
...are graduating with a PhD in Biomedical Engineering... ...! We are seeking a researcher to contribute to and lead... ...team of engineers and scientists engaged in... ...strategic advantage for the nation. As a Neural and Cognitive... ...a final Secret level security clearance. If selected...For phdTemporary workWork experience placementRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...this role, you'll shape data governance strategy and coordinate with stakeholders to implement modernized processes that support national security. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in data governance, TS/SCI clearance, and will mentor team members on best...
$105k
...are seeking recent PhD graduates to help us tackle the complex research, engineering, and analytical... ...challenges to our nation. Our group is... ...artificial intelligence (AI), reasoning, machine learning (ML) operations, data... ...in defense, homeland security, and health care,...For phdTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory seeks a creative Postdoc researcher to advance AI for Science projects with significant national security implications. Candidates should have a PhD in AI or related fields and expertise in modern AI methods. This role...For phd
$102.5k - $227.5k
A leading research institution in Maryland seeks PhD graduates in Electrical or Computer Engineering for a role in wireless communications. Candidates... ...generous benefits, and the potential to work on crucial national defense challenges. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johns Hopkins...For phd- A leading research lab in Maryland seeks a passionate individual to join their robotics team. Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in a relevant... ...robotic systems and developing algorithms, with a focus on AI and machine perception. A collaborative environment encourages innovation...For phd
$105k - $245k
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab in Laurel, MD is seeking a PhD graduate to develop and assess missile defense systems. The role... ...modeling, analysis, and developing innovative concepts for national security. Ideal candidates possess sound programming skills, MATLAB proficiency...For phd
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