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Department/Organization
214241 - Computer Science

Rank
Assistant/Associate Professor

Position Summary
The Department of Computer Science is recruiting multiple tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The following areas of research expertise will be emphasized in the search:

• Cyber Security

• Autonomous/Connected Vehicles/Transportation

• Applied AI/Robotics

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.

Detailed Position Information
The Department of Computer Science at the University of Alabama invites applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions across all domains relevant to computer science. Candidates with particular research interests and expertise in cyber security, autonomous/connected vehicles/transportation, applied AI/robotics, and/or combinations of these areas are of particular interest for one or more of these positions.

Successful applicants should either complement and build upon existing strengths of the department or have the potential to open up entirely new avenues of research outside of the scope of the department’s current efforts (https://eng.ua.edu/departments/computer-science/). Candidates should describe in their research interests and plan section of their application materials how their area of research fits into context within the department, college, and university. To the extent that it may be appropriate, applicants should also consider the potential for interactions with the various University of Alabama Research Institutes (http://ovpred.ua.edu/research-institutes/). The

Computer Science Department offers B.S. degrees in Computer Science and Cyber Security, and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Computer Science. The department has 25 faculty members (15 tenured/tenure-track faculty), approximately 900 undergraduates and 70 graduate students. The department research funding has more than doubled in the last three years with opportunities for collaboration with many research centers across the University. The Department is funded by agencies such as NSF, Google, Departments of Education and Commerce, various Defense agencies, multiple State agencies and other sponsors. Additional information about the Department of Computer Science can be found at http://cs.ua.edu.

Candidates will be considered for appointment at a rank commensurate with experience and qualifications. Candidates from under-represented groups in engineering are strongly encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications
Successful applicants must have completion of a doctoral degree from an accredited institution in computer science or a closely related field by the starting date and demonstrate a record of or the ability for achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Applicants must have conducted prior research work and produced scholarly publications in refereed and other professional journals and conferences; show the ability to construct a quality research program and effective collaboration with other faculty; and exhibit the potential for excellent teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Applicants must also meet all university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.

Preferred Qualifications
Successful applicants should possess a demonstrated record of high-quality research and scholarly publications that is recognized nationally; a significant record of scholarship in a department with undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Computer Science; experience working in a multicultural and diverse environment; and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Candidates applying for Associate Professor must have a strong record of both external grant funding and scholarship as demonstrated through refereed journal and conference publications.

Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Required application documents include resume/curriculum vitae, cover letter, names of three references, description of research accomplishments, statement of future research plans, and statement of teaching philosophy. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled, with an expected start date of August 16, 2023.

For additional information contact:

Dr. Travis Atkison, Department of Computer Science - Search Committee Chair at atkison@cs.ua.edu

About the College of Engineering
As one of the first five universities in the nation to offer engineering instruction, The University of Alabama has more than 175 years of engineering education experience. UA’s College of Engineering is committed to conducting leading-edge research, providing unparalleled educational opportunities and investing in students who will be the scholars and industry professionals shaping the future of the field of engineering.

Research is a critical component of our mission as the flagship university in the state of Alabama. Over the past decade, the College’s research activity has more than doubled, and the Shelby Science and Engineering Quad was completed at a cost of more than $300 million. There are 10 research centers housed under the College, spanning areas from cybersecurity to transportation, that are dedicated to making sustainable changes and an impact on local, national and global levels.

With hundreds of award-winning faculty and staff members, and a diverse offering of nationally accredited programs, facilities and resources, the College has positioned itself for success as a leader in engineering education.

About the University of Alabama
The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state’s flagship university. UA shapes a better world through its teaching, research and service. With a global reputation for excellence, UA provides an inclusive, forward-thinking environment and nearly 200 degree programs on a beautiful, student-centered campus.

A leader in cutting-edge research, UA advances discovery, creative inquiry and knowledge through more than 30 research centers. The University of Alabama has R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity status by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education and is among the top doctoral research universities in the United States.

As the state’s largest higher education institution, UA drives economic growth in Alabama and beyond.

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With a metro area population of 235,000, the Druid City lies about an hour southwest of Birmingham, in west-central Alabama. It’s within a few hours’ drive of Gulf Coast beaches and major cities like Nashville, New Orleans and Atlanta, making it a great base for growing better acquainted with the South’s finest offerings.

Background Investigation and EEO Statement
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

About University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa

As the state’s flagship university, The University of Alabama family has always focused on being the best. After all, we are The Capstone of Higher Education. Founded in 1831 as the state’s first public college, The University of Alabama is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and service. We provide a creative, nurturing campus environment where our students can become the best individuals possible, learn from the best and brightest faculty, and make a positive difference in the community, the state and the world. You’ll like what you find here. Become part of The University of Alabama family.

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