The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Arizona is offering fully funded PhD positions (starting Fall 2026) and research internships (Summer 2026) in the Cyber-Physical Systems Security and Trustworthy AI Lab, led by Dr. Qingzhao Zhang. The lab focuses on system security, AI robustness, reliability in cyber-physical systems (CPS), and safety of large language models (LLMs) in real-world applications, including autonomous vehicles, drones, and industrial control systems. Applicants should have a background in computer science, electrical engineering, or related fields, and be interested in research areas such as system security, AI robustness, CPS reliability, and LLM safety. Required application materials include a CV, unofficial transcripts, and a short statement of motivation or sample paper/project (optional). PhD positions are fully funded, covering tuition and providing a stipend, while research internships may receive financial support based on agreement. To apply, email your materials to Dr. Qingzhao Zhang at [email protected], specifying the position type in the subject line. For more information, visit the lab website at https://zqzqz.github.io. The University of Arizona is located in Tucson, USA, and offers a vibrant research environment for students interested in cutting-edge topics in system security and trustworthy AI.

The University of Arizona is offering fully funded PhD, Postdoc, and Masters positions in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, and related areas for Fall 2026. The research group, led by Assistant Professor Qingzhao Zhang, focuses on system security and trustworthy AI for cyber-physical systems, including autonomous vehicles and drones. Applicants should have a strong background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or related fields, and an interest in AI, system security, and CPS. Funding is fully provided, but specific details on stipend and tuition are not listed. The application deadline is December 28, 2026. Interested candidates should visit the provided links for each position type to view details and apply, following the instructions on the application portal. The University of Arizona is a leading research institution in the United States, and this opportunity is ideal for students and researchers interested in cutting-edge topics in ECE and AI.

The University of Arizona's Electrical and Computer Engineering department, led by Assistant Professor Qingzhao Zhang, is recruiting fully funded PhD students for Fall 2026 and research interns for Summer 2026. The research group focuses on system security and trustworthy AI for cyber-physical systems, including autonomous vehicles, drones, industrial platforms, and the safety and security of large language models in real-world deployment. Candidates passionate about security, AI robustness, CPS reliability, or LLM safety are encouraged to apply. Applicants should submit a CV, unofficial transcript, and optionally a short research statement or representative project/paper via email, clearly stating the role in the subject line. The PhD position is fully funded, while funding for research interns is to be determined. More information and application details are available at https://zqzqz.github.io.