AI Assistant Professor — Lead Research & PhD Mentorship

University of West Florida; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of West Florida seeks an AI Assistant Professor to lead an externally funded research program and teach graduate courses. The candidate will mentor graduate students and help shape the ISR Ph.D. program within the Intelligent Systems and Robotics Department.

The appointment is 1.0 FTE, exempt, with a salary commensurate with education and experience. Employment-based visa sponsorship is considered, and the position follows a standard annual pay basis.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Strong commitment to teaching, academic research, and service.
• Criminal background screening required.

Responsibilities

• Pursue an active, externally funded research program.
• Teach graduate courses and mentor graduate students.
• Contribute to development of ISR Ph.D. program.

Skills

Graduate teaching

Grant writing

Graduate student mentoring

Education

PhD in CS/EE/ME or related

Job description

University of West Florida seeks an AI Assistant Professor to lead an externally funded research program and teach graduate courses. The candidate will mentor graduate students and help shape the ISR Ph.D. program within the Intelligent Systems and Robotics Department.

The appointment is 1.0 FTE, exempt, with a salary commensurate with education and experience. Employment-based visa sponsorship is considered, and the position follows a standard annual pay basis.