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Computer Science and Systems, Institute of Technology ? Assistant Professor at University of Washington

Country/Region : USA - United States

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The Institute of Technology at the University of Washington Tacoma is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position for the Computer Science and Systems program. This is a full-time position with a nine-month service period and begins September 2016. A Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science or related field is required. We are particularly interested in candidates with demonstrated skill in teaching, who can pursue a vigorous research agenda and are familiar with industry practices. Priority areas are software engineering (systems analysis/requirements engineering/testing; secure coding/design for security; data integration; project/program management; and software systems architecture) and distributed systems. Qualified applicants in all areas of computer science will be considered.
The University of Washington Tacoma, one of three UW campuses, is an urban undergraduate and graduate level campus that is changing the face of its region economically, culturally, and architecturally. The Institute of Technology was created in 2001 through a public/private partnership to address the critical industry demand for baccalaureate and masters level computing and engineering professionals. The Institute’s 700+ students are enrolled in three undergraduate degree programs: Computer Engineering and Systems (ABET accredited), Computer Science and Systems, and Information Technology, in addition to a Master of Science degree in Computer Science and Systems, and a professional master’s degree in Cybersecurity and Leadership, in partnership with UW Tacoma’s Milgard School of Business. The Institute will be expanding its degree offerings as it continues to grow. New undergraduate programs in Electrical Engineering, Cyber Engineering and Industrial Engineering are in development. Our MS in Computer Science and Systems is also expanding by adding interdisciplinary, data centric tracks that leverage the research strengths of other academic units on campus, particularly in Data Science, GIS, Bioinformatics, Cybersecurity and Cyber-Physical Systems. The Institute is also the academic home for two research centers: the Center for Data Science, with established research partnerships that currently engage the healthcare and insurance industries, corporate and government entities, and other universities worldwide, providing faculty, research staff and students with applied research opportunities; and the Center for Information Assurance and Cybersecurity, with designations as both educational and research centers of excellence, which maintains research partnerships with government labs, the telecommunications industry, and universities throughout the world. Please see http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/institute-technology/ for more details.
Applicants should include (1) a cover letter describing their academic qualifications and professional experiences, how they will bring value to the Institute’s curricula, and how they align with current faculty research interests. Applicants’ statements should detail how their teaching, service and/or scholarship has supported the success of students from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented in their academic field; applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experience should note how their work will further University of Washington Tacoma’s commitment to diversity; (2) Samples of published research results and an outline of the candidate’s research goals and plans; (3) a description of teaching philosophy (including a list of courses the candidate is qualified to teach); (4) evidence of teaching effectiveness, (5) a curriculum vitae, and (6) contact information for at least three references. Applications must be submitted electronically to http://academicjobsonline.org/
UW Tacoma is a 40-acre, urban-serving campus that currently serves approximately 4300 students and is comprised of architectural award winning LEED certified, repurposed warehouses in the midst of the city’s museum mile. Situated on the high-technology corridor of Puget Sound, UW Tacoma offers views of the historic Foss Waterway and Mount Rainier, providing an incomparable gateway to the Pacific Northwest recreation. UW Tacoma’s commitment to diversity is central to maintaining an atmosphere wherein students, staff, faculty and residents find abundant opportunities for intellectual, personal and professional growth. Questions related to this position are to be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Martine De Cock, at 253 692 4540 or mdecock-AT-uw.edu.
This position will remain open until filled, however applications received before November 15, 2015 will receive a priority review. Applicants are strongly encouraged to complete the Equal Employment Opportunity questionnaire that is linked to the confirmation email. This information will not be shared with the search committee.
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. UW Tacoma faculty engage in teaching, research, and service and generally participate in lower division, upper division, and graduate instruction.

Last modified: 2015-10-07 15:25:58