Computer Science

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Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty

Department
Computer Science

Rank
Professor

Position Summary
The Department of Computer Science (CS) and the College of Engineering at The University of Alabama invite applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Professor for candidates with research interests across all domains relevant to computer science (note candidates seeking positions at the rank of Professor who have research interests in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science should apply to the complementary posting also available for these areas). Candidates with particular interests in cyber security, software engineering, augmented and virtual reality, robotics, quantum computing, and high performance computing are of particular interest for one or more of the positions available and candidates with one or more of these research interests are strongly encouraged to apply.

Detailed Position Information
The Department of Computer Science (CS) and the College of Engineering at The University of Alabama invite applications for multiple tenure-track and tenured faculty positions at all ranks, including Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels, within the department. Candidates applying to this particular posting should be intending to apply for a position at the rank of Professor. Candidates with research interests across all domains relevant to computer science are of interest in this search, but candidates seeking positions at the rank of Professor who have research interests in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science should apply to the complementary posting also available for those areas.

For this posting, candidates with particular interests in cyber security, software engineering, augmented and virtual reality, robotics, quantum computing, and/or high performance computing are of particular interest for one or more of the positions available and candidates with one or more of these research interests are strongly encouraged to apply to this posting. Candidates from under-represented groups in engineering and computer science are strongly encouraged to apply. The CS department and College are looking to both: (1) add faculty who will build upon existing strengths in the Department, College, and University and (2) add faculty who will expand the scope of research here within the Department, College, and UA as a whole ( ).

Candidates with prestigious achievements in their field and exceptional national and international reputations will be eligible for consideration for significant endowment support through appointment as an Endowed Shelby Distinguished Professor ( ).

There are numerous exciting developments around the department, the College, and the campus that provide outstanding support to the department's faculty. The newly created Alabama Center for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (ALA-AI) at the University of Alabama is one example that will provide exceptional opportunities for faculty and students to engage in advanced AI research and education, fostering innovation and academic excellence in the area of AI and its many applications across campus. Similarly, an ongoing project to build a new and next generation of high performance computing (HPC) data center on campus is also underway at UA and will provide the infrastructure and instrumentation to support cutting-edge computational research for many years to come.

The CS department and College consider teaching, research, and service as the three critical and complimentary portions of their overall mission. Candidates must demonstrate a clear potential to successfully develop, lead, mentor, and extramurally fund a highly productive research group with significant scholarly impact in a focus area with long term potential to further build upon the rapid rise and great success of the CS department and the College. An ability to collaborate with existing faculty in the key focus areas both within the CS department and the College, as well as potential colleagues across the campus, is also highly desirable.

The department, college and university are also notable for the collegial, welcoming and supportive spirit built into the fabric of who we are and how we interact across our College family of students, faculty, and staff. It is therefore expected that candidates demonstrate an ability to support this important aspect of our community. The CS department and College also pride themselves on the outstanding educational experience provided to their students, and thus faculty candidates must demonstrate an ability to develop and teach courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in the faculty member's area(s) of expertise as well as to teach courses that support the delivery and accreditation of the CS department's core degree programs.

At the undergraduate level, the department offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Computer Science and Cyber Security, with undergraduate student enrollments in the department consistently being maintained at approximately 1000 students. The department also offers minors in computer science and computing technology and applications. At the graduate level, the department offers the Master of Science in Computer Science and the Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science, and graduate enrollments in the department are currently on the order of 100 students and growing quickly as the research programs in the department continue to rapidly grow.

Appointments to the faculty of The University of Alabama are based on the personnel requirements of the University's academic programs and on the goal of achieving and maintaining excellence in its teaching, research, and service/academic citizenship activities.

Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution. Demonstrated a record of prior research work and a record of impactful scholarly publications in refereed journals, conference proceedings, and similarly impactful venues. Demonstrated an outstanding record in computer science education and/or professional service in area(s) of specialization. Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Have 10+ years of experience as a tenure-track/tenured faculty member at a leading peer R1 institution. Demonstrated record of building and sustaining a high quality, productive, and impactful research program including the successful mentoring of graduate students. Demonstrated record of excellent teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Demonstrated record of high-quality research and scholarly journal and conference publications that are recognized nationally and internationally. Significant record of scholarship in an academic department with both undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Outstanding record of external grant funding.

Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Required application documents include a: (1) cover letter that includes the department name, the rank of position for which the candidate is applying (i.e. Professor in this case), and a brief description of the area(s) of specialization for the candidate, (2) a resume/curriculum vitae, (3) a three to five page statement of research interests and plans, (4) a one to two page statement of three teaching interests and plans, and (5) the names and contact information for at least four professional references.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and the search will continue until the positions are filled with an expected start date of August 2025. Questions about the position can be directed to . Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

About the College of Engineering
As the premier flagship university for the state of Alabama and as one of the first five universities in the nation to offer engineering instruction, The University of Alabama has more than 175 years of proud engineering history. UA's College of Engineering is committed to conducting cutting-edge basic research that advances the frontiers of science and engineering, to translating such fundamental advancements and knowledge through applied research and technology commercialization into impactful solutions which improve the human condition and address the challenges facing humankind, and to using that immersive research environment to provide unparalleled educational experiences and opportunities for our students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. As a College, we pride ourselves on educating and preparing the next generations of engineering and computer science scholars and professionals who will positively shape the future around us. Through our educational, research, and service activities that support our overall vision to be one of the most impactful engineering programs in the nation, our College continues to provide leadership in the many professional disciplines represented by our College and to the community, state, and nation as we advance our professions, the economy, and the lives of all those whom we serve.

The UA College of Engineering is comprised of seven departments: (1) Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, (2) Chemical and Biological Engineering, (3) Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, (4) Computer Science, (5) Electrical and Computer Engineering, (6) Mechanical Engineering . click apply for full job details