Assistant Professor

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional training opportunities

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Health and life plans

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor in Computer Science. This role focuses on teaching and conducting research in diverse fields such as machine learning and computer vision, starting on or after July 1, 2025. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in a related field and have a strong history of funded research and teaching.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field.
• Strong track record of externally funded research and teaching.
• Commitment to diversity and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in machine learning, natural language processing, and related areas.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science.
• Mentor students and support departmental collaboration.

Skills

Research

Teaching

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Department:

Computer Science - 318400

Posting Open Date:

09/20/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Type:

Permanent Faculty

Working Title:

Assistant Professor

Appointment Type:

Tenured/Tenure Track

Vacancy ID:

FAC0005246

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

FTE:

1

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$130,000

Proposed Start Date:

07/01/2025

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The Department of Computer Science is one of 16 science departments and curricula in the College of Arts and Sciences. It is a major research department with more than 30 tenured/tenure-track faculty, nine teaching-track faculty, 12 research faculty, and 17 adjunct faculty, serving more than a thousand undergraduate students and hundreds of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Nearly 200 graduate students and eight EHRA non-faculty members assist with teaching and research activities. Additionally, 24 SHRA positions, including technical and administrative personnel, support the department’s infrastructure. Our guiding research principle is collaboration, as it has been since the department’s founding in 1964. We believe that computer science’s greatest impact lies in working with other scientists to solve problems in their respective disciplines. As such, we actively seek opportunities to initiate new research with colleagues across campus, including in the sciences, medicine, and the humanities. Many computer science faculty members hold adjunct or joint appointments in other departments, lead large interdisciplinary research groups, and collaborate with colleagues from other universities across the Research Triangle, the United States, and around the world.

Position Summary:

The Computer Science Department at UNC Chapel Hill has openings in all areas of Computer Science at the rank of Assistant Professor, with appointments beginning on or after July 1, 2025. We have a strong presence in key areas such as machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, graphics, augmented and virtual reality, medical imaging, robotics, visualization, real-time systems, embedded and cyber-physical systems, formal verification, mobile computing, security and computer systems, and bioinformatics. We plan to continue expanding in all of these domains and invite applications from individuals working in these or related areas.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Candidates must have a Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. They must also demonstrate a strong track record of externally funded research, teaching, student mentoring, and a commitment to diversity and collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

N/A

Special Physical/Mental Requirements:

N/A

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Special Instructions:

We will begin considering candidates after November 1, 2024, and those with all required materials submitted by that time will receive full consideration. However, applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. The application materials should include the applicant’s cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, research statement, teaching statement, and the names and contact details of four references. For further information on the CS department, please visit https://cs.unc.edu/.