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School of Computer Science and Technology, ALGOMA UNIVERSITY SAULT STE. MARIE CAMPUS
Algoma University (www.algomau.ca) is a rapidly growing and innovative institution that embraces research, scholarship, and teaching to pursue its Special Mission. The Special Mission is founded upon cross-cultural learning between Indigenous and other communities within a spirit of healing and reconciliation. Algoma University’s four faculties — Business and Economics, Cross-Cultural Studies, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Science — provide students with rich experiential learning opportunities across all of its campuses in Brampton, Sault Ste. Marie and Timmins. With a newly approved Strategic Research and Creative Works plan, Algoma will enhance its research capacity through community engaged partnerships and ongoing development of graduate programming. We welcome those interested in this exciting time of growth!
Algoma University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in the School of Computer Science and Technology, at its Sault Ste. Marie campus, commencing September 1, 2023 or as negotiated.
Preference will be given to candidates with a completed PhD degree in Computer Science or related field and a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching and research. We are seeking a candidate with expertise in teaching artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), internet of things (IoT), and data science, with a demonstrated relevant academic background, research portfolio and a record of teaching excellence. Experience with remote/online/hybrid instruction is desirable.
Candidates should submit:
- a letter of application
- a current CV
- a statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., examples of peer and/or student evaluations)
- a research plan (up to two single-spaced pages)
- sample publications
- the names, contact information and relationship of five referees (one of whom should be the most recent immediate supervisor)
Candidates must submit their application electronically to: Dr. Michael Twiss, Dean of Science , via people.culture@algomau.ca. Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file, with a file name that identifies the applicant. Applications received by 4 pm EST June 30, 2023 will be assured of consideration, though the posting remains open until the position is filled. The position is subject to budgetary approval.
The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Algoma University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our community and is an equal opportunity employer. The university invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals from equity-seeking groups (Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQQIP2SA+ persons) who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. We understand that career interruptions can have a substantial impact on a candidate’s professional achievements; to allow for a fair assessment, candidates are encouraged to explain any interruptions experienced. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by Algoma University throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. The successful candidate will be required to provide a Police Records Check (Vulnerable Sector) as a condition of employment.