Computer Science Associate/Full Professor - Fall 2019
- Employer
- The University of Alabama
- Location
- Tuscaloosa, AL
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- Faculty Jobs
- Science & Technology, Computer Science & Information Technology
- Position Type
- Tenured & Tenure-Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
The department of Computer Science is searching for an Associate or Full-level faculty position in the area of cybersecurity or cyber physical systems with expectations that the individual will engage in research activities including publications, mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students, securing external funds for his/her research program as well as contribute to the University’s teaching and service missions.
Ad Text:The department of Computer Science at The University of Alabama invites applications for a faculty position at the Associate or Full level in the area of cybersecurity or cyber physical systems. For consideration at the Associate or Full Professor level, applicants must demonstrate a strong external funding record, publication record, and Ph.D. graduation rate commensurate with this level of appointment. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field and must show the ability to establish a quality research program, collaborate effectively with other faculty, and excel in teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Established in 1831, The University of Alabama currently enrolls over 38,000 students and employs over 1,700 full and part-time faculty members in 13 colleges and schools. In 1837, UA became one of the first five universities in the nation to offer engineering classes. Today, the College of Engineering is comprised of seven academic departments with over 6,000 students and will be home to more than 150 tenure/tenure-track faculty following the current search. The College occupies well over 500,000 square feet of state-of-the-art facilities with research and instructional space, including the $300 million Shelby Engineering and Science Quadrangle completed in 2014 and the newly reopened $22 million renovated H.M. Comer. Housed in the College of Engineering, the Computer Science department has 25 faculty members (17 tenured/tenure-track faculty), approximately 700 undergraduates and 40 Ph.D. and M.S. students. The department is funded by agencies such as NSF, Google, Departments of Education and Commerce, various defense agencies, multiple state agencies and other sponsors.
The University offers an impressive array of academic programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees and a growing number of educational opportunities through distance learning technology. More information on The University of Alabama can be found at http://www.ua.edu.
The University is located on a beautiful 1,168 acre residential campus in Tuscaloosa, a dynamic and resilient community of over 150,000 in central Alabama. Tuscaloosa is conveniently located between Atlanta, New Orleans, and the white sandy beaches of the Gulf coast. The area offers excellent climate, minimal urban congestion, and abundant outdoor recreation. The Tuscaloosa community provides rich cultural, educational, and athletic activities for a broad range of lifestyles.
Applicants should apply online at http://facultyjobs.ua.edu, requisition 0811710. Required application documents include: resume/curriculum vitae, cover letter, and names of three references. Review of applications will begin immediately.
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution
For additional information, please contact: Dr. Yang Xiao, Department of Computer Science, The University of Alabama, Box 870290, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35487-0286
Phone: (205) 348-4038, E-mail: yangxiao@cs.ua.edu
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Search Initiation Date: 11/01/2018 Expected Starting Date: 08/16/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants:Please provide the names of three references in your cover letter.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
College/School/Division: Engineering Post To Ihe Yes Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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- * Please list the specific journal, publication, or website where you first discovered this position announcement. If applying due to a referral, please just state "Referral."
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- * In what field(s) was/were your PhD(s) earned?
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- * What is the name of your PhD granting institution?
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- * What year did you receive your PhD?Answer "pending" if your PhD is not yet complete.
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- * Do you currently hold an Associate Professor position?
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- * Do you currently hold a Full Professor position?
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- * Please list the number of each type of publication and/or presentation. (i.e. 4 referred journal articles, etc.)
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- * What is your research area?
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- * What is the dollar value of all externally funded grants you have received to date?
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- * Will you be eligible to work lawfully in the United States on the employment start date?
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- * Will you now or in the future require work authorization/employment visa status sponsorship (e.g., H-1B or other employment-based non-immigrant visa status)?
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- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
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Organization
The University of Alabama embodies an academic community that demands excellence in teaching, research and service and provides an inclusive, nurturing environment for the discovery of knowledge and the development of well-rounded leaders. Founded in 1831 as Alabama's first public college and known as the Capstone of Higher Education, UA provides a premier undergraduate and graduate education built upon global engagement, high-quality scholarship, outstanding teaching, and diversity and inclusivity throughout the community.
Our Mission
The University of Alabama will advance the intellectual and social condition of the people of the state, the nation and the world through the creation, translation and dissemination of knowledge with an emphasis on quality programs in the areas of teaching, research and service.
Our Vision
The University of Alabama will be known as the university of choice for the best and brightest students in Alabama, and all students who seek exceptional educational opportunities. The University of Alabama will be a student-centered research university and an academic community united in its commitment to enhance the quality of life for all Alabamians and the citizens of the nation and the world.
Our Core Values
The University of Alabama is committed to:
- Undergraduate education that produces socially-conscious, ethical and well-rounded leaders who are grounded in their subject matter and capable of controlling their own destinies.
- Graduate education that is deeply vested in subject matter knowledge, professional content, research skills and creative activity.
- Public outreach and service that is held in the highest regard and fosters impactful public engagement to enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Alabama, the nation and the world.
- Campus life that embodies collaboration, collegiality, respect and a culture of inclusivity.
Our Strategic Goals
- Provide a premier undergraduate and graduate education that offers a global perspective and is characterized by outstanding teaching, high-quality scholarship and distinctive curricular and co-curricular programs. Increase the University’s productivity and innovation in research, scholarship and creative activities that impact economic and societal development.
- Enrich our learning and work environment by providing an accepting, inclusive community that attracts and supports a diverse faculty, staff and student body.
- Provide opportunities and resources that facilitate work-life balance and enhance the recruitment and retention of outstanding faculty and staff.
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