Assistant (Associate) Professor In Computer Science

JOB TITLE: Assistant (Associate) Professor in Computer Science

POSITION NUMBER: AE9972

HIRING SUPERVISOR: Department Chair-Mathematics and Computer Science

DEPARTMENT: Math & Computer Sciences

TYPE: Full-Time

SUMMARY:

Lawrence Technological University in Southfield, Michigan, is seeking to hire an Assistant or Associate Professor in areas of machine learning, autonomous robotics, and cybersecurity. Applications are sought generally across the three areas, but specific topics of interest include neural network design, fog intelligence, learning from demonstration, robot perception, machine learning security, and secure autonomy.

JOB DUTIES:

The successful candidate is required to teach graduate and undergraduate courses as assigned, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and establish a strong, externally-funded research program in his/her area of expertise. In addition, the successful candidate will also contribute to the department, college, and university functions.

The successful candidate is expected to work in a highly interdisciplinary and collaborative environment across departments and colleges while maintaining the highest standards in the classroom. In addition, LTU has recently created a new PhD program in Computer Science and the successful candidate will be expected to apply and receive funding to help support PhD students. Other duties may be assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Earned doctorate from an accredited university in computer science, or a closely related field. Postdoctoral experience is highly desirable.

Demonstrable interest in teaching and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students. Interest in establishing a robust and externally-funded research program.

Expertise in your area of focus must be shown by a strong publication record. Interest in programming, novel computational approaches, and/or demonstrated ability to work in interdisciplinary, collaborative teams a plus.

Lawrence Technological University (LTU) conducts pre-employment screening on initial candidates for all positions, which may include but is not limited to, a criminal background check, verification of academic credentials, license, certifications, and/or verification of work history.

Lawrence Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.