Assistant/Associate Professor Position in Computing for Remote Sensing

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is inviting applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor position in the School of Computing. This role emphasizes Geospatial and Spatio-temporal Data Analytics, along with Visual Analytics and Edge Computing. The successful candidate will contribute to innovative methodologies in remote sensing and engage in multidisciplinary collaborations. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of computing education and research, providing a dynamic environment for professional growth and impactful contributions.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field required.
• Strong record of high-quality publications expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative remote sensing methodologies.
• Conduct research in Geospatial and Spatio-temporal Data Analytics.

Skills

Geospatial Data Analytics

Visual Analytics

Edge Computing

Physics-based AI Models

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science

Relevant field experience

Job description

External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2025 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 09/30/2024 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please upload the following:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Statement of research interests (to include multidisciplinary collaborations of interest)
4. Statement of teaching philosophy
5. Provide names and emails for three references as part of the application. Letters will only be requested later in the search process.

Applications will be accepted till the position remains open, however, all applications received by January 5, 2025 will receive full consideration. For questions about the position, contact Dr. Gagan Agrawal, Director of School of Computing.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement
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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Open Rank FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank (Tenure Track) Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field.
Position Summary
The School of Computing and the Department of Geography at the University of Georgia invite applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor position starting August 2025. The position will be 75% in School of Computing and 25% in Geography, in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences.

We are seeking candidates with a background or interest in Geospatial and/or Spatio-temporal Data Analytics (including GeoAI), Visual Analytics, Edge Computing, or Physics-based AI Models, and their applications to remote sensing such as developing innovative remote sensing methodologies for modeling and information synthesis, multi-source data fusion, or visualization.
Additional Requirements
Applicants for an Assistant Professor should hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field with a strong record of high-quality publications. A candidate for Associate Professor position should have at least 6 years of relevant experience, including a record of significant extramural research funding, and mentoring of graduate students, and must be on track to gaining national reputation for their research. For an Associate Professor level hire to be eligible for tenure upon appointment, candidates must have been tenured at a prior institution and must have an established national reputation for research. Candidates must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire. Please see the requirements for the Associate Professor rank in the unit criteria for promotion and tenure: https://provost.uga.edu/wp-content/uploads/ptu-criteria-computer-science.pdf.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
4. Research Portfolio/Philosophy

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