Tenure-track Positions in Computer Science

Tenure-track Positions in Computer Science

Apply locations: Ottawa, ON Main Campus

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted Yesterday

Time left to apply: End Date: March 2, 2025 (30 days left to apply)

Job requisition id: JR20280

Job Family: Academic Leadership and Faculty

Union affiliation: APUO

Faculty/Department: School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science_FT

Campus: Main Campus

Date Posted: January 28, 2025

Applications must be received BEFORE: March 02, 2025

The School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) of the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Ottawa seeks creative, dynamic, and energetic bilingual individuals for four (4) tenure-track professor positions in Computer Science.

We welcome outstanding applicants with research and teaching interests in any area of Computer Science. The ideal candidate has evidence of research excellence in Computer Science and will complement the existing expertise at the School. The candidate will be a member of the School and will contribute to teaching and supporting the university community.

The School's current research strengths in computer science include applied Artificial Intelligence, computational geometry, software system verification and testing, requirements engineering, and data science. Natural collaborations with local industries in this area include IBM, Amazon, BlackBerry, Kinaxis, and many SMEs in Kanata North.

We are particularly interested in candidates whose research can contribute to the strategic areas of the Faculty of Engineering, such as (i) health care and augmented life and (ii) technologies for the digital transformation of society.

Title of the position: Assistant or Associate Professor, although the rank of Full Professor will be considered under exceptional circumstances.

Number of positions available: up to four (4) conditional upon funding.

Duties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include, in varying proportions: a) teaching activities; b) scholarly activities revealed by research or professional work; c) supervision of graduate students; d) academic and professional service activities. The candidate will be expected to develop and lead an active nationally and internationally recognized research program, attract external research funding, supervise graduate students, collaborate with other faculty members, and participate in educational and professional activities including administrative duties.

Wage: Salary scale for an assistant professor starts at $94,588 (as of May 1, 2023)

Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package, which includes long-term disability leave, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, a pension plan and optional life insurance, as well as relocation expenses.

Location of work: School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS), Faculty of Engineering, University of Ottawa, 800 King Edward, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5.

Contact information: Dr. Herna Viktor, EECS Director, Faculty of Engineering, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5. hviktor@uottawa.ca Telephone: 613-562-5800, ext. 2134.

Skills requirements:

• Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science or equivalent. Postdoctoral experience is considered an asset.
• Work experience: Successful candidates should possess a strong research background and commitment to excellence in teaching and research. The candidates will be expected to initiate and maintain an innovative, externally funded research program and teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Because the University of Ottawa is Canada’s premier bilingual university, preference will be given to bilingual (French/English) candidates who can teach in both languages. Passive knowledge of the other official language in Canada is a requirement for tenure. Candidates must commit to contributing to a culture that supports diversity and inclusion.

Application deadline: March 1, 2025. The application material consists of a cover letter, a CV, detailed teaching and research statements along with the contact information for three referees.

The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff and faculty. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minority members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women and all qualified applicants with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse and inclusive communities. Applicants who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups should complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire when they apply.

In accordance with government policy, all qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada.

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by emailing the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations, at vra.affairesprofessorales@uOttawa.ca. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

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