Assistant Research Faculty in Computer Science

Job Title:Assistant Research Faculty in Computer ScienceRequisition Number:FE04214Working Title:Assistant ProfessorDepartment Name:8H040:Computer ScienceWork Location:Lexington, KYType of Position:FacultyPosition Time Status :Full-TimeTenure Track Status:Non-Tenure TrackRequired Education:PhD in Computer Science or in another discipline that is synergistic with interdisciplinary research areas supported by current and future directions in the Department of Computer Science.Required Related Experience:Outstanding academic and research records evidenced by publications and extramural research funding, publication of scientific results, and management and guidance of student researchers and post-doctorates involved in active research projects.Required License/Registration/Certification:N/AJob Summary:The Department of Computer Science at the University of Kentucky invites applications for non-tenure eligible, 9-month appointment (Research Title Series) Research Assistant Professor faculty position to begin September 2024. We seek excellent candidates in Computer Science and specifically Heritage Science, with needs in AI/machine learning, software engineering/HCI, X-ray imaging and tomographic reconstruction. A demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse teams to address challenges at the confluence of AI/ML and Heritage Science is highly desirable. Successful candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to the EduceLab research enterprise, led by Dr. W. Brent Seales at the University of Kentucky. All Research Assistant Professor faculty are expected to focus on research and the management of research projects. We will consider only the assistant professor level. This position is not tenure-eligible and continuation beyond the first year is contingent on research funding to support the position. The Department, housed within the College of Engineering, has 23 faculty members. We aim to be a diverse community of researchers and educators pursuing pioneering research in computer science as well as interdisciplinary research collaborations at the university and beyond; offering all students the highest quality instructional programs including Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees in Computer Science, Master’s degree in Data Science, and Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees in Computer Engineering; expanding our reach to marginalized and underrepresented students, and serving the professional, local, state and global communities. The degree programs in Computer Engineering are offered in collaboration with the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Department; the undergraduate programs in Computer Science and in Computer Engineering are ABET-accredited. The University of Kentucky is one of eight institutions in the United States with colleges of agriculture, arts and sciences, business, engineering, law, medicine, and pharmacy all on a single campus, making it uniquely suited for diverse interdisciplinary collaborations. Located in Lexington, one of the safest, most creative and well-educated cities in the nation, we offer an ideal setting in which to build a successful work-life balanced career. Lexington is the heart of the scenic Bluegrass Region, with many outdoor recreation opportunities and excellent public and private schools.The University of Kentucky is one of eight institutions in the United States with colleges of agriculture, arts and sciences, business, engineering, law, medicine, and pharmacy all on a single campus, making it uniquely suited for diverse interdisciplinary collaborations. Located in Lexington, one of the safest, most creative and well-educated cities in the nation, we offer an ideal setting in which to build a successful work-life balanced career. Lexington is the heart of the scenic Bluegrass Region, with many outdoor recreation opportunities and excellent public and private schools. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits.To apply, send a letter of application detailing qualifications (Cover Letter), a current vitae (CV) and research statement (upload under Specific Request 1). In addition, please include the names and contact information for at least three references when prompted in the application. This information may be used to solicit reference letters within the employment system.Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.Questions may be directed to Diane Mier (diane.mier@uky.edu) in the Department of Computer Science.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :NoOpen Until Filled:YesUniversity Community of Inclusion:The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.