Ph.D. opportunities USC (University of Southern California) in United States

Reposting: a fully funded PhD position is still open for Fall 2026 at Texas A&M University–Kingsville in the PhD in Engineering Program . The project is centered on AI , Machine Learning , Computer Vision , and Contrastive Learning . This is a strong fit for applicants interested in modern intelligent systems, visual learning, and data-driven engineering research. Applicants should have an MS degree in Computer Science , Engineering , AI/ML , or a related field. The post is from Shaif Chowdhury ...

Virginia Commonwealth University is advertising a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in AI for Cybersecurity within the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering , College of Engineering, at the VCU Main Campus in Richmond, Virginia, United States. The research focus includes machine learning , computer vision , agentic AI , and cybersecurity-related topics such as deepfake detection and broader AI-enabled security applications. The role offers an opportunity to collaborate with sc...

Michigan Technological University is advertising a PhD student opening for Fall 2026 in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The position is with Yi Hu , Assistant Professor, whose research interests include power systems , AI/ML , and computing. The advertised research directions include AI for power system data analytics , large-load modeling , AI data center grid integration , and related topics at the intersection of energy systems and intelligent computing. Ideal applicant...

University of Virginia is advertising a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in a project at the intersection of climate, AI, and energy systems , supported by the UVA Environmental Institute. The research focus is on climate-resilient energy systems and data-driven, computational methods for modern power infrastructure. The post specifically highlights expertise in power systems , machine learning , and optimization , making it a strong fit for candidates with backgrounds in electrical engi...

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is hiring a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Modeling, Control, and AI for Thermal Systems at its Oak Ridge, Tennessee location in the United States. The position sits in the Building Equipment Research Group within the Buildings and Transportation Science Division and the Energy Science and Technology Directorate . The research focuses on advancing the design, operation, and maintenance of thermal systems using data-driven modeling, optimization, control t...