Assistant Professor Research Search (up to 2 positions) - Computer Science

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Department of Computer Science at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver invites applications for up to two full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Computer Science, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. Salary expected to be within the range of $180,000 - $230,000 CAD.

We seek candidates in systems, data management, and data mining who will develop independent research programs, supervise graduate students, obtain external funding, and teach at both

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in Computer Science or related field.
• Evidence of productive research and potential for leadership in the field.
• Ability to develop independent research program aligned with department expertise.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Computer Science graduate students and collaborate with faculty.
• Obtain external research funding and contribute to grant proposals.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate CS courses and participate in departmental activities.

Skills

Systems

Data management

Data mining

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Job Title Assistant Professor Research Search (up to 2 positions) - Computer Science

Job Title Assistant Professor Research Search (up to 2 positions) - Computer Science Job Category Faculty Bargaining Job Family Group Academic Department Faculty | Tenure and Tenure Stream | Department of Computer Science | Faculty of Science (Joanna McGrenere) Job End Date Ongoing Posting End Date December 5, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Salary is expected to be within the range of $180,000 - $230,000 Faculty Position – Department of Computer Science in the Faculty of Science at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver The Department of Computer Science at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver invites applications for up to two full-time tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2027 Salary is expected to be within the range of $180,000 - $230,000 The Department is interested in applicants in the areas of systems (e.g., operating systems, computer architecture, networking, embedded systems, distributed systems, and systems security), data management (e.g., databases, data systems, and DB-AI integration), and data mining Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field and must demonstrate evidence of research success and a high potential to be leaders in their research field. The successful candidate should have a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience and will be expected to develop an independent research program in an area that complements existing Department expertise and aligns with opportunities at UBC. The successful candidate will be expected to effectively supervise Computer Science graduate students, collaborate with other faculty members, obtain external funding, teach undergraduate and graduate Computer Science courses, and actively participate in departmental activities. They will have a strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, to create a welcoming community for all, particularly those who are historically, persistently or systemically marginalized.

UBC is ranked as a top CS program in Canada and in the top 30 Computer Science departments worldwide, with 3,000 undergrads, over 280 grads, and 71 faculty including 22 new hires in the past six years. https://www.cs.ubc.ca/

Questions about the search can be directed to the committee chair, Dr. Ivan Beschastnikh, at the address [e-mail]

Additional Information

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. Inclusion is built by individual and institutional responsibility through continuous engagement with diversity to inspire people, ideas, and actions for a better world. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuk, or Indigenous person. UBC acknowledges that certain circumstances may cause career interruptions that legitimately affect an applicant’s record of research or educational leadership achievement. We encourage applicants to note in their applications whether they would like consideration given to the impact of any circumstances, such as those due to health or family reasons, in order to allow for a fair assessment of their research productivity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. For details, see https://hr.ubc.ca/benefits The University of British Columbia's primary language of instruction and research is English. Accordingly, individuals are required to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. If you have any needs or questions regarding accommodations or accessibility during the job application, recruitment and hiring process or for more information and support, please visit UBC’s Center For Workplace Accessibility website at https://hr.ubc.ca/health-and-wellbeing/working-injury-illness-or-disability/centre-workplace-accessibility or contact the Centre at [e-mail]. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all candidates (including but not limited to disabled people). Confidential accommodations are available on request by contacting Jessica McKay at [e-mail]. Applicants will be asked to complete an equity survey when submitting their application through Academic Jobs Online. The survey information will not be used to determine eligibility for employment, but will be collated to provide data that can assist us in understanding the diversity of our applicant pool. Applicants’ participation in the survey is voluntary and confidential. UBC’s campuses are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil Waututh) Nations.