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Multiple Open Rank Faculty Position in Computer Science

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Position description

The Computer Science Department of the Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of California, Los Angeles, is building upon its commitment to foster an inclusive and more equitable environment and promote the success of underrepresented students, the UCLA Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science invites applications for multiple open rank tenure-track faculty positions in Computer Science.

Applicants for the positions must have a demonstrated record of excellence in, or show exceptional promise for, high-quality research, teaching and professional development. In addition, applicants must have a demonstrated record of interest in and commitment to the mentorship of students from underrepresented and underserved populations. The successful candidate will be expected to advance their active mentoring activities and participate in programs that provide research and professional development opportunities for our diverse student body (such as our Center for Excellence in Engineering and Diversity, our Women in Engineering program, the National Society for Black Engineers, Society of Latino Engineers and Scientists, American Indian Science and Engineering Society, and Pilipinos in Engineering and Sciences, and the UCLA Pacific Islander Education and Retention program). Teaching and service expectations will not exceed those of other faculty positions. Applications for appointments at all levels will be considered (Assistant, Associate or Full Professor).

Applicants must have an earned Ph.D. in a field related to one of the above departments, and expertise in one or more of the school’s focus areas is desirable: engineering in medicine and biology; sustainable and resilient urban systems; artificial intelligence and machine learning; cryptography, cybersecurity and networking; advanced materials and manufacturing; and robotics and cyber-physical systems. However, talented applicants in other areas will also be considered. Applicants must exhibit promise in developing and maintaining an extramurally supported research program, publishing and disseminating research findings, and serving as leaders at the forefront of their fields.

Application packages should be submitted online through https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply/JPF05846 and include the following documents: 1) curriculum vitae, 2) statement of contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion with particular attention to mentoring achievements and future mentoring goals, 3) statement of research interest, 4) statement of teaching interest, and 5) a cover letter. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2020 and continue until the positions are filled. Inquiries about the position and nominations of potential candidates should be directed to the search committee chair, Scott Brandenberg (sjbrandenberg@ucla.edu).

Los Angeles is a global city renowned for its dynamism, robust economy, rich cultural diversity, and spectacular climate. UCLA was recently ranked as the #1 public university in the nation by U.S. News & World report, andis consistently ranked in the top 10 among U.S. public engineering schools. The school’s online master’s program is ranked No. 1 by U.S. News & World Report. UCLA Samueli includes more than 6000 undergraduate and graduate students and 190 full-time faculty members and is in the midst of its largest growth since the school was founded. Established in 1945, UCLA Samueli is known as the birthplace of the internet, and where countless other fields took some of their first steps – from artificial intelligence to reverse osmosis, from mobile communications to human prosthetics. UCLA Samueli is deeply committed to diversifying the ranks of its faculty, staff and students, and to providing an equitable and inclusive environment for all its members.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy at: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research

  • Statement of Teaching

  • Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate’s past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. To learn more about how UCLA thinks about contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, please review our Sample Guidance for Candidates and related EDI Statement FAQ document.

  • Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3-6 letters of reference required

Job location

Los Angeles, CA