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Hiring Department: Computer Science
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1021786
Posting Close Date: 02/22/2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
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Position Summary
Located in the heart of vibrant Chicago, the UIC CS department anticipates hiring multiple tenure track faculty at all ranks starting from Fall 2024 (with preference for candidates at the Assistant and Associate Professor ranks). Candidates from all areas of computer science who could complement and enhance current departmental strengths are invited to apply. Augmented/Virtual Reality, Computational Biology, Computer Graphics, Computer Vision, Computer Systems, Cryptography, Databases, Languages and Compilers, Robotics, Software Engineering, and related areas are of particular interest. Candidates should have a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related fields, and the potential for excellence in teaching and research.Applications must be submitted at https://jobs.uic.edu/, and must include a 1-page cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching, research, and diversity statements, and names and addresses of at least three references. Links to professional websites such as Google Scholar or ResearchGate are recommended. Applicants may contact the faculty search committee at cs-tt-search@uic.edu for more information. Applications should be submitted by December 15, 2023, for fullest consideration. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Computational biology applicants are expected to work in areas related to biology, such as proteins, genomics, networks, cancer, and drug discovery, using computational methods such as machine learning and statistical modeling, and should describe how their work relates to existing activities at the Center for Bioinformatics and Quantitative Biology (CBQB) in their application materials.
The Department of Computer Science at UIC has 44 tenure-system faculty, 4 research faculty, and 24 clinical/teaching faculty. 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.
Construction of a new building housing the UIC Computer Science department is under way; the building is expected to open in 2024. The building will include 80 faculty offices, graduate student offices, 16,000 square feet of classroom space, and many collaborative learning and teaching spaces.
UIC is a major public research university (Carnegie R1) with about 2,600 faculty and 33,500 students. UIC is committed to increasing access to education, employment, programs, and services for all. UIC is committed to supporting the success of dual-career couples.
Chicago epitomizes the modern, livable, vibrant, and diverse city. World-class amenities like the lakefront, arts and culture venues, festivals, and two international airports make Chicago a singularly enjoyable place to live. Yet the 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, is remarkably affordable.
Duties: Teach, Conduct Research, Mentor Students
Qualifications: PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or closely Related Field and the Potential for Excellence in Teaching and Research.
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.
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.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or closely Related Field and the Potential for Excellence in Teaching and Research
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
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Teaching Track Faculty – Computer Science
Hiring Department: Computer Science
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1021148
Posting Close Date: 04/02/2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
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Teaching Track Faculty in Computer Science
The Computer Science Department at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) seeks to hire full-time teaching faculty (lecturer or clinical professor). Candidates would work alongside 24 full-time teaching faculty with over 150 years of combined experience, and 14 awards for excellence. Standard teaching load is three course sections per semester. Additionally, our teaching faculty participate and often lead efforts in shared governance and committees, curriculum decisions and development, and computer science education at a local and national level.
Qualifications:
The clinical professor track is a long-term career track that starts with clinical assistant professor and offers advancement to clinical associate and clinical full professor. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in computer ccience or a closely related field. Teaching is the primary focus for clinical faculty, but there are also opportunities for research.
The lecturer track is a long-term career track that starts with lecturer and offers opportunities for advancement to senior lecturer. Minimum qualifications include an MS in computer science and significant teaching experience.
The department seeks candidates interested in all areas of computer science, but in particular systems and software engineering. Submit applications online. Include:
– A curriculum vitae,
– Contact information for at least three references,
– One-page statement on your teaching philosophy and how it is inclusive to a diverse student population.
For more information, send an email to shanon@uic.edu. For fullest consideration, apply by 10/18/23. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the positions are filled.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is a Minority Serving Institution, an HSI, and an AANAPISI. UIC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, Veteran, or disability status.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
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, see the UI HR website: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
The clinical professor track is a long-term career track that starts with clinical assistant professor and offers advancement to clinical associate and clinical full professor. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in computer science or a closely related field. Teaching is the primary focus for clinical faculty, but there are also opportunities for research.
The Lecturer track is a long-term career track that starts with lecturer and offers opportunities for advancement to senior lecturer. Minimum qualifications include an MS in Computer Science and significant teaching experience.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
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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 70. 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.