Assistant Professor- Cybersecurity or machine learning

Posting Details

Job Title

Assistant Professor- Cybersecurity or machine learning

Posting Number

P0001F

Job Description Summary

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Auburn University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in the areas of security for cyber-physical systems and machine learning beginning with the Fall 2021 semester. The individual selected for this position will be expected to secure research funding, collaborate with faculty on interdisciplinary research projects, and teach both undergraduate and graduate courses.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering or a closely related field with research interests in either security of cyber-physical systems or machine learning at the time employment begins. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment. Excellent communication skills required.

Desired Qualifications

We particularly seek candidates who are eligible to participate in research activities involving controlled unclassified information and ITAR / EAR restrictions and possess or be able to obtain a security clearance.

In addition, the candidate should demonstrate the potential to 1) excel as a teacher in both undergraduate and graduate courses, 2) secure funding to support a research program, 3) mentor graduate students, and 4) publish research results in the appropriate scholarly outlets.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin on January 1, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.

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Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

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Yes

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Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
4. Statement of Research and/or Goals

Optional Documents

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2. Other Documentation