605852 Assistant Professor - Computer Science, Gaming, and Graphics

The School of Informatics Computing and Cyber Systems at Northern Arizona University seeks a Tenure Track faculty member in the discipline of Computer Science, with specialization in Game Development, Computer Graphics, Visualization, or related areas. This faculty member will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in core computer science and software engineering topics along with special topics in their area of research expertise, will mentor MS and Ph.D. students, and should demonstrate a commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ) through their research and scholastic activities.

This faculty member will have the opportunity to closely collaborate within SICCS with world-class researchers studying informatics, data science, ecology, health, cybersecurity, autonomous vehicles, remote sensing, power systems, networks, and sensors, among other topics. Many of the funded research projects within SICCS and at NAU will benefit directly from expertise in visualization, communication of science, and interactive user interfaces. This faculty member will help lead the expansion of game and visualization curriculum within the existing software engineering programs. The State of Arizona is a world-class hub for the software industry, with many opportunities for industry engagement in the region.

Minimum Qualifications

an earned doctoral (Ph.D. or Sc.D.) degree in Computer Science or a closely related area before the appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated expertise in Game Development, Computer Graphics, Visualization, or related areas; a strong record of scholarly productivity and promise for future excellence as evidenced by scholarly publications appropriate to the rank sought; established record of an independently-funded research program and promise for future excellence, as evidenced by participation and leadership in securing extramural funding appropriate to the rank sought; demonstrated interest in engaging with and leading collaborative multi- and inter-disciplinary teams; university-level teaching and mentorship experience, particularly at the graduate level and including graduate students and postdoctoral scholars, appropriate to the rank sought; excellent communication skills; experience effectively working with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds and underrepresented communities; and demonstrated willingness and ability to teach courses in-person and online in a university setting.