The University of Virginia, Department of Computer Science, is seeking applicants for Research Associate positions to under supervision of Professors Tianhao Wang (Department of Computer Science), Jingjing Li (McIntire School of Commerce), and Michael Albert (Darden School of Business).

As a pivotal member of the research team, the postdoctoral fellow will investigate emerging forms of LLM‑enabled abuse in digital advertising, develop measurement frameworks to detect automated scams and manipulative targeting behaviors, and design mitigation strategies that support safer and more transparent AI‑driven advertising ecosystems. Concurrently, they will enhance their skills in teaching, mentoring, and proposal development. This not only deepens their expertise in critical cybersecurity domains but also enriches their professional development as a researcher, mentor, and educator.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A Ph.D. in computer science, information systems, marketing analytics, statistics, math, or other related fields by the start date. The ideal candidate will have research experience in large language models and their applications in digital platforms, online advertising, or marketing systems, with particular interest in LLM-enabled abuse, manipulation, or misuse (e.g., fraud, deceptive advertising, adversarial content, or policy evasion). Familiarity with privacy-preserving methods (e.g., differential privacy), platform governance, or responsible AI is required. Experience with network analysis, computational social science, or applied AI methods in business contexts is strongly preferred.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online at https://jobs.virginia.edu/us and search for R00XXXXX. Attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address).

Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on March 14, 2026, but the position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

This is a one-year appointment; however, the appointment may be renewed for an additional two, one-year increments, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.

For questions regarding this position, contact Tianhao Wang, Assistant Professor, at tianhao@virginia.edu.

For questions regarding the application process, contact Rich Haverstrom, Faculty Search Advisor, at rkh6j@virginia.edu.

For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits.