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The UIC computer science department anticipates hiring multiple tenure-track faculty at all ranks starting from fall 2022 (with preference to candidates at the assistant and associate professor ranks). Outstanding candidates in all areas who could complement and enhance current department strengths will be considered. Candidates working in artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, systems and software, computer graphics, and related areas are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates should have a PhD in computer science, data science, information systems, or a closely related field, and the potential for excellence in teaching and research.
Applications must be submitted via https://jobs.uic.edu and must include a curriculum vitae, teaching and research statements, and names and addresses of at least three references. Links to a professional website such as Google Scholar or ResearchGate are recommended. Applicants may contact the faculty search committee at cs-tt-search@uic.edu for more information. For fullest consideration, applications must be submitted by December 10, 2021. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Duties: Teach, conduct research, mentor students
Qualifications: PhD in computer science, data science, information systems, or a closely related field and the potential for excellence in teaching and research.
UIC’s computer science department, which will hire 15 to 30 new faculty in the next five years, presently has 40 tenure-system faculty, four research faculty, and 19 clinical/teaching faculty. The department is committed to building a diverse faculty that is preeminent in its missions of research, teaching, and service to the community. Candidates who have experience engaging with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and contributing to a climate of inclusivity, are encouraged to discuss their perspectives on these subjects in their application materials.
UIC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.
Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the university’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.
The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899
University of Illinois faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. An employment offer is contingent on timely submission of proof of vaccination. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable university processes.
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The UIC computer science department seeks one or more full-time teaching faculty members to fill one of two possible positions: lecturer or clinical professor. Candidates would work alongside 19 full-time teaching faculty with more than 150 years of combined experience and 12 awards for excellence. Standard teaching load is one to three undergraduate courses per term, depending on enrollment. Areas of interest include introductory programming, data structures, computer organization/systems, web development, data science, software engineering, and machine learning.
The lecturer track is a long-term career track that starts with the lecturer position and offers opportunities for advancement to senior lecturer. Minimum qualifications include an MS in computer science or a closely related field.
The clinical professor track is a long-term career track that starts with the clinical assistant professor position and offers advancement to clinical associate professor and clinical professor. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in computer science or a closely related field. Candidates interested in computer science education research are encouraged to apply.
The department seeks candidates who are dedicated to teaching. Candidates for either position must have either (a) demonstrated evidence of effective teaching or (b) convincing argument of future dedication and success in the art of teaching.
Submit applications online using this link. Include a curriculum vitae, names and addresses of at least three references, a statement providing evidence of effective teaching, a statement describing past experience in activities that promote diversity and inclusion (or plans to make future contributions), recordings of recent teaching activities either in-person or online, and recent teaching evaluations. For more information, send e‑mail to cs-ntt-search@uic.edu. For fullest consideration, apply by November 1, 2021. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the positions are filled.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the university’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.
University of Illinois faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employment offers are contingent on timely submission of proof of vaccination. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable university processes. The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit this page.
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The Department of Computer Science at UIC has been on a trajectory of rapid expansion for almost a decade, and its faculty now number more than 60. The department is committed to building a diverse faculty preeminent in its missions of research, teaching, and service to the community. Candidates who have experience engaging with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and contributing to a climate of inclusivity are encouraged to discuss their perspectives on these subjects in their application materials.
UIC is a major public research university (Carnegie R1) with about 3,000 faculty and more than 34,000 students. It is ranked in the national top 20 by U.S. News & World Report for diversity, and it ranks No. 8 in the Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education list of best value institutions. This is a recognition given to universities that provide an excellent education compared with net cost. UIC also is a Hispanic-Serving Institution.
Chicago epitomizes the modern, livable, vibrant, and diverse city. World-class amenities such as the lakefront, arts and culture venues, festivals, and two international airports make Chicago a singularly enjoyable place to live with an affordable cost of living, whether in an 88th-floor condominium downtown or on a tree-lined street in one of the nation’s finest school districts. The birthplace of the modern skyscraper, Chicago boasts one of the world’s tallest and most iconic skylines, an 8,100-acre park system, and extensive public transit and biking networks.
UIC is committed to increasing access to education, employment, programs and services for all. The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. UIC is committed to supporting the success of dual-career couples. The University of Illinois conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.