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Computer Science Tenure-track Position

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Position description

The University of California, Santa Barbara invites applicants for a tenure-track appointment in the Department of Computer Science, effective July 1, 2015. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related field. While exceptional individuals in all areas will be considered, we are especially interested in the broad area of Big Data, with emphasis on machine learning, statistical methods, data mining, and scalable algorithms. Qualified candidates will be considered for appointment to the Eugene Aas Endowed Chair.

The department seeks individuals with promise and a proven track record of research excellence, a deep commitment to educating undergraduate and graduate students, and professional leadership abilities. We are particularly interested in candidates who value cross-disciplinary and collaborative research.

UC Santa Barbara is a premier public research university. The Department of Computer Science is part of the College of Engineering, in which all five departments are ranked among the top ten by the National Research Council (NRC). With 34 full-time faculty and more than 120 doctoral students currently, the Department of Computer Science has witnessed a rapid rise over the past ten years, both in size and stature. We are looking for candidates who will add to the department's dynamic culture and stimulating intellectual environment.

Additional information about the department and our academic programs can be found at http://www.cs.ucsb.edu.

The primary consideration date of December 15, 2014 has passed. However, as the recruitment is opne-until-filled, applicants are still encouraged to apply.

Applications must include a detailed resume, research and teaching statements, and 3 - 5 reference letters.

The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service. 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, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research

  • Statement of Teaching

  • Research Interests - Please identify your top 3 research interests in the document comment section
    (Optional)

  • Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3-5 letters of reference required