The School of Interdisciplinary Forensics (SIF) in the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible Postdoctoral Scholar position in Digital Forensics, beginning in fall 2026. This is a 12-month appointment with a salary range of $61,008 to $68,000. The incumbent is expected to relocate to Arizona to work on ASU’s West Valley Campus. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of annual renewal for up to three years, contingent upon satisfactory performance and the availability of funding. For additional information regarding postdoctoral appointments at ASU, please visit https://academicpersonnel.asu.edu/postdoc.

This position offers an exceptional opportunity for an early-career scholar to develop an independent, externally competitive research program while collaborating with faculty across SIF and ASU. The successful candidate will contribute to research, teaching, curriculum development, and outreach in digital forensics and related areas, while helping advance the School's growing interdisciplinary mission. The postdoctoral scholar will work closely with faculty in SIF's Digital Forensics program and will have opportunities to collaborate with faculty across ASU, including the School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences, the Global Security Initiative, and other units engaged in cybersecurity, computer science, artificial intelligence, and digital investigations.

About the School:

SIF offers a unique approach to forensic education, offering students transdisciplinary ways to learn about how technology and science interact with law, legal systems, and legal issues. SIF has strengths in three primary domains: (1) the psychological sciences, including clinical, developmental, and social psychology, as well as interdisciplinary psychology and law; (2) the natural sciences, such as anthropology (including bioarcheology, osteology, paleoanthropology), chemistry, and biology (including entomology and genetics); and (3) information technology (digital forensics and cybersecurity). With a focus on real-world applications and ethical considerations, SIF prepares students for careers in which they shape a justice system informed by scientific evidence, and in which investigative and legal processes reflect empirically supported best practices and all people receive fair treatment.

About the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences:

At ASU’s New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, we take pride in breaking down disciplinary barriers, cultivating an environment where innovative research flourishes. Our faculty are not just educators; they are trailblazers in their fields, consistently expanding the frontiers of knowledge. We invite you to join this dynamic community, where you will lead and engage in pioneering projects that redefine academic excellence.

Our interdisciplinary approach offers you unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth. By joining our faculty, you’re not just advancing your career; you’re shaping the future of education and research in meaningful ways. You’ll be empowered to innovate and address complex global challenges, all while preparing the next generation of leaders. We are committed to supporting and guiding you throughout your academic journey, ensuring that your contributions are impactful and transformative. For more information visit us at https://newcollege.asu.edu/.

New College is located on ASU’s West Valley campus, blending a liberal arts education with 21st-century workforce preparation and a learning hub for students of all ages and backgrounds supporting the rapid growth of its surrounding 14 communities. Integrating modern amenities with the natural beauty of outdoor spaces, the West Valley campus offers over 125 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across business, engineering, education, and the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences.

About Arizona State University:

Arizona State University, ranked the No. 1 “Most Innovative School” in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for eleven years in succession, has forged the model for a New American University. Year after year, ASU ranks at or near the top of the list in areas that matter. ASU is a comprehensive public research institution, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves. ASU operates on the principles that learning is a personal and original journey for each student; that they thrive on experience and that the process of discovery cannot be bound by traditional academic disciplines. Through innovation and a commitment to accessibility, ASU has drawn pioneering researchers to its faculty even as it expands opportunities for qualified students, attracting some of the highest- quality students from all 50 states and more than 130 nations. To learn more about ASU, visit http://www.asu.edu.

All we do at ASU is guided and inspired by the ASU Charter, which reads:

ASU is a comprehensive public research university, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves.

Successful candidates will demonstrate throughout their materials how their teaching, research, and service will contribute to the fulfillment of this charter.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Conduct high-quality, publishable research in digital forensics.
• Assist in developing proposals for external research funding from federal agencies, foundations, and industry partners.
• Design, implement, and evaluate research involving digital evidence, cybercrime, digital investigations, or related forensic technologies.
• Analyze complex datasets using appropriate computational, statistical, or forensic methodologies.
• Collaborate with faculty and student researchers on interdisciplinary research projects.
• Mentor undergraduate students engaged in research activities.
• Assist in the development of new curricular materials and laboratory experiences in digital forensics.

Required Qualifications:

• An earned Ph.D. in Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Systems, or a closely related discipline from a regionally accredited institution by the time of appointment.
• The candidate must be within five years from receipt of their doctoral degree

Desired Qualifications:

• Evidence of scholarly productivity appropriate for career stage, including peer-reviewed publications or manuscripts under review.
• Research expertise in one or more areas of digital forensics, including mobile device forensics, network forensics, cloud forensics, malware analysis, memory forensics, IoT forensics, multimedia forensics, or artificial intelligence applications in digital investigations.
• Experience working with digital forensic tools such as Cellebrite, Magnet AXIOM, EnCase, FTK, Autopsy, Volatility, or similar platforms.
• Experience developing reproducible research workflows using programming languages such as Python, R, or similar tools.
• Experience working with large digital evidence repositories or complex computational datasets.
• Evidence of successful interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Experience developing grant proposals or participating in externally funded research.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
• Consistent with ASU's Charter, a demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive academic environment.

The initial application deadline is August 11, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled and/or the search is closed. A background check and official transcripts are required prior to employment. For assistance with your application, please email Kristin.Warriner@asu.edu.

Application Procedure:

Only electronic submissions via Interfolio will be reviewed. All required materials must be submitted at the time of initial application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applications must contain:

• Cover letter that addresses the required and desired qualifications and how the applicant’s experience will complement existing expertise in the School of Interdisciplinary Forensics and advance the University Charter;
• Curriculum vitae with contact information, including the applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address;
• Information for three professional references (including their positions, titles, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers); one reference must be from the applicant’s current employer.

Applicants advancing to the second round of review may be asked to provide additional materials.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon the successful passing of the background check.