Blockchain Researcher Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Description
Join the College of Innovation and Technology (CIT) at the University of Michigan-Flint and help shape the future of these disruptive emerging technologies. With a bold vision and strong industry partnerships, CIT offers innovative opportunities for basic and applied research, talent development, and commercialization of cutting-edge solutions. Successful candidates will contribute to hands-on education, curriculum development, and outreach initiatives that build a diverse, future-ready cybersecurity workforce. CIT is growing and in the midst of a significant faculty hiring initiative, seeking to fill numerous new positions across three Divisions. With the recent opening of Phase I of the Innovation and Technology Complex and Phase II construction completion in 2028, this is a unique opportunity to be immersed in a future-thinking environment where research, education, and entrepreneurship converge to address real-world challenges and drive meaningful impact in the community and beyond.
The Division of Computing is seeking applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor from candidates with expertise in cybersecurity, AI, and related fields, including but not limited to the following areas: AI in cybersecurity, Trustworthy AI, Cloud/Container security, Decentralized Identity and Web3 Security, Quantum Computing and Post-Quantum Cryptography, Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure, Cyberbiosecurity, Supply Chain security, and Privacy-Enhancing Technologies.
The Division of Computing offers several BS and MS programs along with a recently launched PhD program. Current research includes AI in cybersecurity, Trustworthy AI, Privacy-Enhancing Technologies, Web filtering, Cybersecurity for healthcare, Cybersecurity education, Blockchain-enhanced SDN, smart parking security, IoT intrusion detection systems, anomaly detection, password generation, performance of post quantum cryptography, smart grid security and privacy, and is supported through federal agencies and industry partnerships.
Successful candidates will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, shape new programs and course development, mentor students, establish a robust externally-funded research program, and publish in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.
Startup packages for the successful candidates include generous funding and release time.
The University of Michigan-Flint is a regional public university and one of the three campuses of the University of Michigan. The College of Innovation & Technology is experiencing significant growth and is well positioned to expand and serve a population of students from the region and beyond.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Candidates must have:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, AI or a closely related field
• Record of teaching excellence in face-to-face, online, and experiential setting commensurate with rank
• Record of research and scholarly publications commensurate with rank
• Record of external funding commensurate with rank
• Record of leadership and mentorship commensurate with rank
• Appreciation of and commitment to working with the faculty and student body.

Application Instructions
This position is accepting applicants for the start dates of either January 2027, August 2027, or January 2028. Candidates should indicate their preferred start semester.
The deadline for materials submission is January 31, 2027, but review will begin September 15, 2026.
How to Apply
Materials are only being accepted via Interfolio. Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, names/contact information for three references, a Teaching Statement and a Research Statement.
Additional Information Contact
For more information or questions regarding this job posting, please reach out to Heather LeSage, Business Administrator for the College of Innovation & Technology at heathles@umich.edu.
Why work for UM-Flint
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.
Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service, with immediate vesting.
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance.
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Eligibility for benefits based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility from the UM Human Resources Benefits and Wellness webpage.
UM-Flint offers dependent tuition support (DTS) for qualified dependents of faculty and staff from all UM campuses. Information can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/hr/benefits/tuition-support-for-dependents/
Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/chancellor/leadership-mission-vision/
Modes of Work
Hybrid:
The work requirements allow both onsite and offsite work and an employee has an expected recurring onsite presence. On occasion, the employee may be required and must be available to work onsite more frequently if necessitated by unit leadership or their designee and/or the job requirements.
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes here.
Background Screening
The university of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Michigan-Flint and the UMF AFT-AAUP, AFT Michigan local 5671, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.