Assistant Professor - Tenure Track - Jodrey School of Computer Science

The Jodrey School of Computer Science invites applications from candidates for one of three tenure-track positions commencing on 1 July 2023. This is a designated hire in partnership with the Nova Scotia provincial government, therefore we invite applications for the following faculty positions from women, people with disabilities, and Black, Mi’kmaq and Indigenous Canadians. Click here for more information
  • Position #20303: Data Analytics/Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning. The ideal candidate would be able to contribute to the work at the Acadia Institute of Data Analytics.
  • Position #20305: Game Development, Graphics, Mobile Computing, and Human-Computer Interaction. The ideal candidate would be able to take a leading role in our Game Development and Mobile and Ubiquitous Computing options.
  • Position #20310: Full Stack Development, Security / Information Security, and Software Development. The ideal candidate will be familiar with the current web frameworks, security measures, and software development methods
Candidates are expected to develop externally funded research programs, supervise graduate and undergraduate students, and make contributions to the School, the university, and the broader community. A strong commitment to both teaching and research is required.
 
The candidate will be assessed based on their demonstrated potential for post-secondary teaching excellence, their ability to develop a scholarly research program that contributes to the discipline, and their potential service to the university and community.
 
Academic Qualifications: A PhD in Computer Science or a related field, either completed or within one year of completion.
How to Apply: Candidates are asked to submit their application in a single .zip file containing only PDF documents to cs@acadiau.ca. Receipt of the application will be acknowledged via email. Applications should include the following:
  1. position number(s) for the positions you are interested in (you cannot be considered for a position if you do not indicate its number)
  2. a cover letter, teaching statement, and statement of research interests
  3. current curriculum vitae
  4. the names and email/phone contact information of three references (to be contacted if short-listed).
  5. application should be addressed to:
  6. Dr. Darcy Benoit
  7.  Professor and Director Acadia University
  8. Wolfville Nova Scotia, Canada B4P 2R6
Self-Identification form: Due to the designated nature of these positions, only candidates who fill out the self-identification form will be considered.
Closing Date: 9 December 2022
 
 
 

Welcome to Jodrey School of Computer Science

The opportunities for computer science graduates over the next 10 years are going to be exceptional as the generation of baby-boomers moves into retirement. Acadia University, rated consistently as one of the top three undergraduate universities in Canada, provides excellent degree programs in computer science. We teach a solid foundation in computer science and develop our students' interpersonal and team skills through course projects and cooperative education options.

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