Assistant Professor (#0087503), Information & Computer Science

Location : Honolulu, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 2024-00562
Department: University of Hawai'i at Manoa - College of Natural Sciences - ICS
Opening Date: 03/01/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Number:: 0087503
Description
Title: Assistant Professor (#0087503), Information & Computer Science
Position Number: 0087503
Hiring Unit: University of Hawai'i at Manoa, College of Natural Science, Information & Computer Science
Location: University of Hawai'i at Manoa
Date Posted: March 1, 2024
Closing Date: Continuous recruitment - review of applications will begin 03/31/2024
Salary Information: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Monthly Type: 9 Month
Tenure Track: Tenure
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Temporary/Permanent: Permanent
Description:
The Department of Information and Computer Sciences (ICS) in the College of Natural Sciences at the University of Hawai`i at Manoa invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position starting in the 2024-2025 academic year. We seek applicants in 1) Software Engineering and 2) Data Science (broadly defined, including, but not limited to, data management/engineering, data analytics and visualization, cloud and cyber-infrastructure, machine learning, data security). Exceptional candidates in related areas are also encouraged to apply.
UH Manoa is an R1 university located in Honolulu, and the flagship campus of the University of Hawaii system. It is the fourth most diverse campus in the US, and includes world-renowned programs in the School of Ocean Science and Engineering, the Institute for Astronomy, and John A. Burns School of Medicine. Current areas of expertise in the ICS department include machine learning, visualization, VR/AR and immersive environments, high performance computing, human-computer interaction, security, bioinformatics, and algorithms, and ICS faculty help lead the Hawaii Data Science Institute. The department is seeking applicants who will complement and strengthen its current expertise and improve its research and educational standings among peers in the areas of Software Engineering and Data Science.
Other Conditions:
First review of applicants will begin 03/31/2024 with continuous recruitment until position is filled. To begin approximately August 2024, subject to position clearance and availability of funds.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Undertaking a program of independent research
• Teaching graduate and undergraduate courses
• Contributing to the academic and scientific life of the ICS Department
• Participation in university committees
• Helping to serve as academic advisor to students
• Performing related tasks as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• An earned PhD in Computer Science or related areas by the time of the appointment
• Demonstrated research and development experience in Software Engineering or Data Science
• Demonstrated an outstanding research record
• Demonstrated ability to lead a research program involving students and postdocs
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels and a strong potential for securing external funding

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working in collaboration with a domain-specific area in the natural sciences, social sciences, engineering, humanities, business, arts, or other disciplines

To Apply:
Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. Applicant must submit the following: (1) curriculum vitae (including bibliography), (2) names and contact emails of three references, (3) statements of research and teaching interests, and (4) plans for research funding.
Applications will be considered until the positions are filled. Official transcripts will be required if selected to fill the position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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Inquiries:Scott Robertson (scottpr@hawaii.edu), Chair, Information and Computer Sciences.
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