Assistant Professor in Computer Science

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Computer Science at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in all areas of computing, with emphasis on quantum computing, theory, algorithms, or cybersecurity. UNM CS offers ABET-accredited programs and strong ties with national labs and research centers.

Located in Albuquerque, the department emphasizes mentoring, collaboration, and diversity, and benefits from active partnerships with Sandia and Los Alamos

Qualifications

• Must have completed a doctorate in Computer Science or a closely related area by their employment start date.
• Demonstrated potential to establish a nationally visible research program.
• Commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.
• Expertise in quantum computing, theory and algorithms, or cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the university's mission to serve local and global communities.

Skills

Research vision

Teaching commitment

Diversity and inclusion

Education

PhD in Computer Science

Job description

Benefits

The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

The Department of Computer Science in the School of Engineering at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position. We welcome candidates in all areas of computing, particularly those with expertise in quantum computing, theory and algorithms, or cybersecurity.

UNM CS has 21 tenured and tenure-track faculty, including nine NSF CAREER Award recipients and one PECASE recipient. Two CAREER awards and the PECASE were received in the last three years. Our faculty lead three new School of Engineering centers: the National Security Engineering Center, the Center for Robotic Intelligent Systems with Trustworthy Autonomy, and the Center for Molecular Engineering and Computation; additionally, the newly appointed director of the Center for Advanced Research Computing (CARC) is from CS. We maintain strong ties with several local institutions, including Sandia and Los Alamos National Laboratories, the Quantum New Mexico Institute, the Santa Fe Institute, and the Air Force Research Laboratory.

UNM CS offers an ABET-accredited undergraduate program and MS and PhD programs. Our faculty teach core courses, develop advanced offerings in their areas, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students for careers in industry, research, and academia. The department is housed in the LEED Gold-certified Farris Engineering Center, which brings Computer Science together with Chemical and Biological Engineering and Nuclear Engineering. The building includes computational laboratories, research rooms, and spaces for student study, meetings, and collaboration.

UNM is a Research 1: Very High Research Spending and Doctorate Production Institution and a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution. Its dual-career hiring policies support the recruitment and retention of faculty and their partners.

Our mentoring culture and collaborations across UNM give new faculty opportunities to develop ambitious ideas with colleagues and students. The university's ADVANCE program supports faculty careers through workshops on research development, promotion and tenure, and career management. Faculty can also access writing retreats and confidential individual consultations.

Located in Albuquerque between the Sandia Mountains and the Rio Grande, UNM offers easy access to hiking, cycling, climbing, and skiing, as well as a lively arts and music scene and New Mexico's rich cultural traditions. Local destinations include the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and the National Hispanic Cultural Center, with Santa Fe and Taos offering further opportunities to explore the region's art and history.

New Mexico invests significantly in education and families: it is the first state to offer both tuition-free college for eligible residents at public colleges and universities, including UNM, and universal, no-cost child care with no income limits.

For inquiries, contact Search Committee Chair Jared Saia ([e-mail]).

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have completed a doctorate in Computer Science or a closely related area by their employment start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated potential to establish a nationally visible research program.
• Commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.
• Expertise in quantum computing, theory and algorithms, or cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.