Faculty of Computer Science: Tenure-Track Position Assistant Professor

Academic Employment Opportunity #19-31

UNB Fredericton

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin January 15, 2020 and will continue until the position is filled.

The Faculty of Computer Science at the University of New Brunswick's Fredericton Campus invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor with a research focus in one or more of the following areas: Computer Systems, Human-Computer Interaction, Database Systems and Data Science, Machine Learning, and Theoretical Computer Science.

To be considered for the position the applicant should have a PhD degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or in a relevant discipline. She/They/He is expected to develop a strong, externally funded research program in the above specified field(s), supervise graduate and undergraduate students, and be able to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in one or more of the fields specified above, and on core Computer Science topics. Additional post-doctoral experience would be considered an asset. Exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to work on team projects are essential.

This is a full-time tenure-track position, to begin on July 1, 2020 or soon thereafter. Salary will depend upon the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant and subject to final budgetary approval.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, a detailed CV, research and teaching statements (1 page each), and three reference letters to:

Dr. Luigi Benedicenti, Dean
Faculty of Computer Science, University of New Brunswick
P.O. Box 4400
Fredericton, NB E3B 5A3

Email: fcs@unb.ca (with subject line marked as "Assistant Professor Position")

Review of applications will begin January 15, 2020 and will continue until the position is filled. We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.

The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.