Loyola University Chicago Hiring for Computer Science, Assistant Professor (Algorithms, Languages, Formal Methods, Computation, and at Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus Full Time

Job Title:

Computer Science, Assistant Professor (Algorithms, Languages, Formal Methods, Computation, and Software Engineering), Tenure-Track

Position Title:

Computer Science, Assistant Professor (Algorithms, Languages, Formal Methods, Computation, and Software Engineering), Tenure-Track

Job Category:

University Faculty

Job Type:

Full-Time

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Campus:

Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus

Location Code:

COMPUTER SCIENCE (02132A)

Department Name:

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Is this split and/or fully grant funded? :

No

Duties and Responsibilities:

Loyola University Chicago (LUC), College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Computer Science seeks qualified candidates for an appointment as Assistant Professor in a foundational area of computer science beginning Fall 2024. The department is based at Loyola’s Lake Shore Campus and has 16 full-time faculty members serving approximately 600 undergraduate majors and minors and 90 master’s students enrolled in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, software engineering, and data science degree programs. For more information about the department, please visit its website at www.luc.edu/cs. Located on Chicago’s vibrantly multicultural North Side, LUC is committed to creating an inclusive, responsive community of faculty, students, and staff. As an urban-based Department of Computer Science dedicated to mentoring a diverse student body, many of whom come from underrepresented and underserved populations, we especially encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented groups. We also encourage applications from scholars committed to interdisciplinarity (i.e., working with colleagues across different subfields and disciplines) and the successful pursuit of external grants.
This position involves teaching and research in one or more foundational areas of computer science—Algorithms, Formal Methods, Programming Languages, Software Engineering, and Theory of Computation—including but not limited to algorithm design and analysis, formal specification and verification, model checking, concurrent and distributed computing, compiler design, static analysis, type theory, program synthesis, software testing and reliability, software architecture, models of computation, automata theory, and computational complexity. As part of one of the four pillar areas of our PhD program, this position is expected to assist with the theoretical frameworks in the other pillar areas (Systems, Software, and AI) and our interdisciplinary areas, including Cybersecurity, Data Management, and Scientific Computing. The successful candidate is expected to pursue a strong, externally funded research program. We also encourage exceptional candidates in other areas of computer science to apply.

Qualifications:

Requirements include a PhD in Computer Science or closely related field at the time of appointment with a strong background in one or more foundational areas of computer science, defined as Algorithms, Formal Methods, Programming Languages, Software Engineering, and Theory of Computation. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in research and teaching and have a record of (or potential for) distinguished scholarship, grant-funded research, and student mentorship. The candidate should also be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education.

Physical Demands:

None

Working Conditions:

None

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience:

Requirements include a PhD in Computer Science or closely related field at the time of appointment with a strong background in one or more foundational areas of computer science, defined as Algorithms, Formal Methods, Programming Languages, Software Engineering, and Theory of Computation. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in research and teaching and have a record of (or potential for) distinguished scholarship, grant-funded research, and student mentorship. The candidate should also be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education.

Open Date:

11/09/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants should submit a current Curriculum Vitae and a letter of interest to www.careers.luc.edu. In addition, they should include separate statements addressing their research and teaching interests; history of interdisciplinary; experience with grantsmanship; and past or potential contributions to mentoring a diverse student body through research, teaching, and other channels and engaging a diverse community through scholarship and service. They should also provide evidence that attests to their teaching performance and experience, and the names and addresses of three individuals prepared to advise on their professional qualifications for this position. References will not be contacted immediately but might be consulted at subsequent points in the review process. Please direct inquiries and further inquiries to:Chairperson Department of Computer Science
Loyola University Chicago
1032 W. Sheridan Rd. Chicago, IL 60660-5761
Email: [email protected] Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received before January 2, 2024, will receive full consideration. Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty. The University seeks to increase the diversity of its professoriate, workforce, and undergraduate and graduate student populations because broad diversity – including a wide range of individuals who contribute to a robust academic environment – is critical to achieving the University’s mission of excellence in education, research, educational access, and services in an increasingly diverse society. Therefore, in holistically accessing the many qualifications of each applicant, we would factor favorably an individual’s record of conduct that includes experience with an array of diverse perspectives, as well as a wide variety of different educational, research or other work activities. Among other qualifications, we would also factor favorably experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career or degrees.

As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about LUC’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.

Quick Link for Posting:

https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/26849

Job Number:

8501373

Organizational Location:

PROVOST

Number of Vacancies:

1

Desired Start Date:

08/12/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes