Assistant Professor-School of Computing
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- University of North Florida
- Location
- Jacksonville, FL
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Assistant Professor-School of Computing
Position Number:312640/339940
Requisition Number:B07689
Position Type:Faculty 9-10 Months
Time-limited through:N/A
Type of Appointment:Full-Time, Tenure-Track
Faculty Position Sub-Type:Regular
Length of Appointment:9 months
Internal Recruitment?:No
Working Hours:Varies
Department:School of Computing
Organization:COLLEGE OF COMPUTING, ENGINEERING, & CONSTRUCTION
Division:Academic Affairs - DIV
College:College of Computing, Engineering and Construction
Approved Hiring Salary Range:Negotiable
Pay Basis:Annually
Equal Opportunity:In 2018, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the 80 HEED institutions and was also recognized as a 2018 Diversity Champion.
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General Description / Primary Purpose:The School of Computing at the University of North Florida is hiring two (2) tenure-earning positions at the assistant professor rank, to begin August 2022. The successful candidates must have an earned Ph.D. degree (or will earn a Ph.D. degree by August 2022) in the field of Computing from an accredited institution. The successful candidate must demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and in research. The School of Computing offers academic programs in computer science, data science, information systems, information technology, and information science. The School of Computing continues to grow its students’ body, research productivity, and successful partnerships with the Northeast Florida community. Outstanding candidates may be considered for the Morales Endowed Professorship, which comes with teaching load reduction and funds to support research.
UNF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans & spouses of veterans, and disabled persons are encouraged to apply.
Jacksonville is one of the largest cities of the southeast with a diverse economy and an affordable cost of living. Residents enjoy a mild climate and access to great beaches. For more information visit: www.visitjacksonville.com and www.coj.net.
Teaching; research; service.
Position responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Computing as well as conducting research. A commitment to excellence in teaching, ability to establish/conduct an outstanding research program and supervise masters theses in Computing will be expected from the successful candidate.
Collegiality, active service and participation in governance in accordance with the vision and mission of the School, College and University are also expected
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Faculty Position Required Qualifications:The successful candidates must have an earned Ph.D. degree (or will earn a Ph.D. degree by August 2022) in the field of Computing from an accredited institution. The successful candidate must demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and in research.
Departmental Requirements:All areas of computing specializations will be considered.
Statement(s) of Understanding Definition:This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.
Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants must fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.
The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator
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Machines/Equipment used regularly:N/A
Anticipated Start Date:08/01/2022
Job Posting Date:10/14/2021
Application Review Date:11/08/2021
Open Until Filled:Yes
Point of Contact Information:Dr. Sanjay Ahuja, (904) 620-2985
Hiring Official:Dr. Sherif Elfayoumy
Location if not Jacksonville:N/A
Special Instructions:Applicants must complete an online application at www.unfjobs.org to include:
- Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (list of three references with contact information)
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Statement of Teaching/Advising Philosophy
- *Department Specific: See Special Instructions— Statement of vision for research and a diversity statement describing any current diversity and inclusion efforts and/or future plans.
- **Foreign Passport
- **DS-160
*REQUIRED if the applicant answers yes to Question1/Section A within Foreign Influence Review Section of the application.Quicklink:
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- 9046202710
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1 UNF Drive
Jacksonville
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32224
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