Resume
Academic & Professional Background
Summary
Dr. Betis Baheri
Assistant Professor in Cybersecurity and Director of Quantum S.H.I.E.L.D Laboratory with expertise in quantum computing, high-performance computing, machine learning, and cybersecurity.
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Kent State University
- baherib@canton.edu
- SUNY Canton, NY
Education
Ph.D. in Computer Science
2019 - 2025
Kent State University, Kent, OH
Specialization in quantum computing, high-performance computing, and machine learning with focus on quantum algorithms and computational optimization.
Master of Science in Computer Science
2018 - 2020
Kent State University, Kent, OH
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
2015 - 2018
Kent State University, Kent, OH
Professional Experience
Assistant Professor & Lab Director
2025 - Present
SUNY Canton, Department of Cybersecurity, NY
- Founded and direct the Quantum S.H.I.E.L.D Laboratory focusing on quantum computing and cybersecurity research
- Conduct cutting-edge research in quantum error correction, noise analysis, scheduling, and security cryptography
- Collaborate with Los Alamos and Pacific Northwest National Laboratories on quantum computing projects
- Teach advanced courses in cybersecurity, quantum computing, and artificial intelligence
Research Scientist
2021
Texas Advanced Computing Center, University of Texas at Austin, TX
- Developed large-scale computational systems and high-performance computing solutions
- Implemented ML algorithms for optimization problems on distributed computing platforms
- Collaborated on interdisciplinary research projects involving machine learning and HPC computing
Graduate Research Assistant
2018 - 2025
Kent State University, Department of Computer Science, OH
- Conducted doctoral research in quantum computing algorithms and error correction methods
- Assisted in teaching undergraduate computer science courses
- Participated in research collaborations with national laboratories
- Presented research findings at international conferences and workshops