Assistant Professor of Computer Science- UM

Description

The University of Montana, Department of Computer Science, invites applications for a tenure- track Assistant Professor to begin August, 2025.

We welcome applications from all specializations with preference given to individuals whose research interests complement our department. In addition to traditional areas of computer science, we welcome candidates working in interdisciplinary, emerging, and socially-engaged areas of computing research. Successful candidates should hold a doctorate in computer science or have completed a thesis centered on the development of innovative computational techniques; evidence of or potential for both teaching and research excellence; effective oral and written communication skills; an ability to teach both undergraduate and graduate computer science courses; a history of successful research at the intersection of computer science and other fields; a willingness to participate in locally responsive research to mitigate and manage wildfire risk ; and a commitment to recruiting and teaching diverse groups of students.

Our computer science faculty effectively balance professional responsibilities with a fulfilling lifestyle that embraces Montana’s stunning natural environment. They thrive in community-oriented and sociable settings. Our core research areas encompass machine learning, bioinformatics, neuroscience, wearable computing, physics-based simulation, software engineering, and computer science education. Faculty members have a proven track record of interdisciplinary collaboration, contributing to innovative research and advancing knowledge at the forefront of contemporary science.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Position Details

Tenurable Faculty: Department of Computer Science

Title: Assistant Professor
Schedule: Full time, Academic year position (10 months)
Salary: $95,000- $105,000
Benefits: Medical Insurance/Mandatory Retirement Contribution/Professional Development/Partial Tuition Waiver/Wellness
Primary Duties: Primary duties include teaching, scholarship, and service.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in computer science or a closely related field
• An ability to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses

Application Instructions

Priority Application Date: Sunday, January 5, 2025 11:59pm mountain time

Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. To receive full consideration, candidates are required to submit all of the following materials.

• Letter of Interest addressing the qualifications
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Teaching philosophy: specifically addresses how computer science can broaden participation to a more representative population
• Statement of research and plan for obtaining external funding
• Three (3) professional references - Names and contact information

For inquiries about the position contact Prof. Jesse Johnson, search committee chair, at jesse.johnson@umontana.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Montana shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, national origin, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, sex, gender, age, political ideas, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation (“protected classes”). Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, sex, gender, age, political ideas, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.

Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request.

Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).