College of Arts and Sciences - Endowed Associate Professor/Professor - Tenured - Department of Computer Science

Position Information School/College College of Arts and Sciences Title College of Arts and Sciences - Endowed Associate Professor/Professor - Tenured - Department of Computer Science Assignment Category Full-Time Rank Associate Professor/Professor Tenure Status Tenured Payroll Status Faculty 9 Job Description The Department of Computer Science (CS) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking candidates for a tenured faculty position holding the Phyllis and David Brasfield Endowed Faculty Scholarship, starting Fall 2024.
Highly qualified candidates at both Associate Professor and Professor rank will be considered.
Candidates with expertise in cyber security or data science/machine learning/artificial intelligence are sought.
The CS Department at UAB offers PhD, MS, BS, and BA programs.
The Department has a strong research focus, and a strong commitment to teaching, service, and outreach.
The Department recently moved to a brand-new facility at University Hall, and one of the strategic goals is to grow the PhD, MS, and BS significantly over the next several years.
Research funding is expanding significantly, and the Department plays a leadership role in the Center for Cyber Security.
Collaborations with UAB’s medical enterprise are strong and growing, with many opportunities for faculty to participate in interdisciplinary work.
For additional information about the Department, please visit: https://www.
uab.
edu/cas/computerscience/.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a comprehensive urban university with the nation’s third-largest public hospital, which has rapidly evolved into a world-renowned research university and health care center that ranks in the top ten nationally for student diversity.
UAB is a Carnegie Level 1 research university.
It has been consistently ranked highly, including being named the 2018 and 2019 Top Young University in the U.
S.
(top 10 worldwide, Times Higher Education World University Rankings), America’s Best Large Employer (Forbes, 2021), and America’s No.
4 Best Employer for Diversity (Forbes 2021).
The Master’s in Cyber Security program at the Department of Computer Science is ranked No.
1 in the country for in-person Cyber Security Master’s programs (Fortune 2023).
UAB is Alabama’s single largest employer and an engine of revitalization for Birmingham.
With a record enrollment of over 21,600 students, over 2,630 full-time faculty members, and a campus covering more than 100 city blocks, UAB is focused on the future of teaching, research, health care, and community service.
Birmingham is the largest city in Alabama, noted for its vibrant music scene, fine dining, warm weather, excellent schools, and a culture embracing diversity within driving distance to Atlanta, Memphis, Nashville, and New Orleans.
The application package must include (i) a one-page cover letter, (ii) a curriculum vitae encompassing a list of publications and scholarly achievements, (iii) a statement of future research plans, (iv) a statement of teaching experience and philosophy, and (v) contact information for at least three professional references.
Review of candidates will begin on November 15, 2023, and the search will continue until the position is filled.
For more information, please contact the search committee chair Dr.
Ragib Hasan (ragib@uab.
edu).
The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) treasures the rich diversity of our student body and is committed to their success.
Members of the CAS community are expected to reflect our values for inclusive excellence in both our work and learning environment as well as in our efforts to serve and engage the community.
Required Qualifications Candidates are required to have a PhD degree in Computer Science or related fields and demonstrate an excellent track record in conducting world-class scholarly research in cyber security or data science/machine learning/artificial intelligence, as evidenced by peer reviewed publications in high-quality journals and conferences.
They are also required to demonstrate evidence of success in obtaining competitive research grants.
In addition they are required to have an outstanding track record in teaching at both graduate and undergraduate levels and in the successful supervision of PhD students.
Further they are required to demonstrate an outstanding track record in leadership for scholarly research, including collaborations with academia, industry, and government partners.
Preferred Qualifications Posting Detail Information Posting Number F2234P Open Date 10/08/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants EEO Statement UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation.
UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
COVID-19 Vaccination Statement The laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination continue to evolve.
Please be aware that UAB may determine that obtaining the COVID-19 or related vaccination is a requirement for this position, based on legal changes or otherwise.
If that occurs, the successful candidate may be required to submit proof of vaccination or obtain an approved vaccination exemption as a condition of employment.
Pre-employment Background Check A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)