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university of Denver

Professor and Department Chair

The Department of Computer Science (CS) at the University of Denver (DU) is seeking a dynamic and visionary individual from business or academia to lead the department during this expansion phase of the School of Engineering and Computer Science. Through its strategic planning, the faculty of our CS department have identified Software Engineering, Game Development, and Cyber Security as the key focus areas for the department. Our CS department benefits from a top quality faculty, strong partnership with industry, strong collaborations with other colleges within DU and internationally. The CS department offers degrees in both traditional and contemporary areas such as undergraduate degree in gaming, and graduate degree in Computer Science Systems Engineering. The primary focus of this new department chair will be on both educational and research programs at graduate and undergraduate levels. DU is a private university with a strong history of academic excellence, small classes, and emphasis on student engagement at all levels. DU is the oldest university in Colorado and its campus is located in the Denver metro area.

Individuals with a strong record of research, scholarship and excellence in teaching are encouraged to apply by sending their resume, statement of interest, and a list of five references to www.dujobs.org. PhD or PhD candidate in computer science or related areas and some level of leadership experience are required. The University of Denver is an AA/EOE.

the university of michigan – Dearborn
Department of Computer and
Information Science
Assistant/Associate Professors

The Department of Computer and Information Science (CIS) at the University of Michigan-Dearborn invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in any of the following areas: computer gaming, computer and data security, digital forensics, information assurance, and multimedia. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. We offer competitive salaries and start-up packages.

Qualified candidates must have, or expect to have, a Ph.D. in CS or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment and will be expected to do scholarly and sponsored research, as well as teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The CIS Department offers several BS and MS degrees, and participates in an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in information systems engineering. The current research areas in the department include computer graphics and geometric modeling, database systems, multimedia systems and gaming, networking, real-time and secure computing, and software engineering. These areas of research are supported by several labs, including the Database and Multimedia Systems Laboratory, the Games and Multimedia Environments Laboratory, the Vehicular Networking Systems Research Laboratory, and the Virtual Engineering Laboratory.

The University of Michigan-Dearborn is located in the southeastern Michigan area and offers excellent opportunities for faculty collabora-

tion with many industries. We are one of three campuses forming the University of Michigan system and are a comprehensive university with over 8500 students. One of university’s strategic visions is to advance the future of manufacturing in a global environment.

The University of Michigan-Dearborn is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally-diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment, and strongly encourages applications from minorities and women.

A cover letter, curriculum vitae including e-mail address, teaching statement, research statement, and three letters of reference should be sent to

Dr. William Grosky, Chair

Department of Computer and Information Science

University of Michigan-Dearborn

4901 Evergreen Road

Dearborn, MI 48128-1491

Email: [e-mail],

Internet: http://www.cis.umd.um ich.edu Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]

The University of Michigan-Dearborn is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

university of nebraska – Lincoln
Department of Computer Science
and Engineering
Tenure-track or tenured faculty positions

We invite outstanding individuals with research interests in Embedded Systems and Computer Engineering for tenure-track or tenured faculty positions in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering. We are particularly seeking applications in the general area of embedded systems that complement existing strengths in embedded control systems, embedded software, and real-time systems. Exceptional candidates with research interest in Data Visualization and Computational Science and Engineering are also invited to apply.

Candidates are encouraged to collaborate with faculty in appropriate related areas such as robotics, biomedical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, materials science, or mechanical engineering. The University seeks individuals with exceptional promise for, or proven record of, research achievement who will excel in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and take a position of international leadership in defining their field of study.

Candidates will hold a PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Applicants will find many opportunities for research collaborations both within and outside the Computer Science and Engineering Department. To apply, go to http://employment.unl.edu and complete the Faculty/Administrative application 080943. The cover letter should include names of at least three references and statement of teaching and research. Review of applications will begin January 1, 2009, and will continue until the position has been filled. The official advertisement can be viewed at http://cse.unl.edu/search. The University of Nebraska has an active National Science Foundation ADVANCE gender equity program,

and is committed to pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.

university of north Carolina
at Charlotte
Department of Software and
Information Systems
DICyDER Center Director

The Department of Software and Information Systems at UNC Charlotte seeks to hire a tenure-track faculty member at the associate level to serve as Director of the recently established Center for Digital Identity and Cyber Defense Research (DICyDER), http://www.dicyder.uncc. edu/. DICyDER’s mission is to add value to the university, community, and society through innovative educational programs, research and development in the areas of information integration, security, and privacy. The Director will be responsible for leading a strong research program by communicating research vision, planning and implementing research strategy, facilitating contract acquisition and relationship development, and providing project and group management.

The Department of Software and Information Systems is dedicated to research and education in Software Engineering and Information Technology applications, with emphasis in the areas of Information Integration & Environments and Information Security & Assurance; it offers degrees at the Bachelors, Masters, and Ph.D. levels. Current faculty members have strong research programs with substantial funding from both federal agencies and industrial partners.

Salary will be highly competitive. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field, as well as a strong commitment to research and education. For further details please visit http://www.sis.uncc.edu/. Application review will start in January 2009.

Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.uncc.edu/. To the application, attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests, a statement of research interests, copies of three representative scholarly publications, and a list of four references. For questions or additional information, email [e-mail].

Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. UNC Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

university of north Carolina
at Charlotte
Department of Software and
Information Systems
Tenure-Track Faculty Positions

The Department of Software and Information Systems at UNC Charlotte invites applicants for multiple tenure-track faculty positions at both the assistant and associate levels. The Department is dedicated to research and education in Software Engineering and Information Technology applications, with emphasis in the areas of Information Integration & Environments and Information Security & Assurance; it offers de-

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