Assistant/Associate Professor: Artificial Intelligence Cluster Hire

University of North Texas System • Denton, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of North Texas College of Engineering is hiring faculty for its Artificial Intelligence research cluster. Two positions are available: an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, and an Assistant or Associate Professor in any department in the College of Engineering. Applicants from all engineering backgrounds are considered because AI touches every department in the College.

The cluster seeks candidates who advance the foundations of artificial intelligence and machine learning, including areas such as reinforcement learning, biocomputing, and the emerging intersection of AI and quantum computing. It also seeks researchers who apply AI methods to engineered systems, whether computational or physical, and candidates whose research addresses AI for engineering and computer science education. Successful candidates will demonstrate depth in their discipline and an interest in cross-college collaboration.

Faculty are expected to develop and sustain a nationally recognized, externally funded research program; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; mentor graduate students and trainees; foster interdisciplinary collaborations; and contribute service to the university, profession, and broader research community. The position is based at the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas. The work schedule varies based on assignment.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a related engineering discipline.
• For Assistant Professor: a strong publication record and potential to secure research funding and mentor graduate students.
• For Associate Professor: a sustained record of mentoring junior faculty, advising graduate students, providing service to the university and profession, and securing external research funding.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical organizational infrastructure related to the role, if responsible for conducting research on, working on, or accessing it.
• Applicants must submit at least two professional references as part of the application.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain a nationally recognized, externally funded research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Mentor graduate students and trainees.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations within the faculty member’s cluster and across the College of Engineering.
• Contribute meaningful service to the university, profession, and broader research community.
• Support the faculty member’s home department.
• Maintain the security and integrity of critical organizational infrastructure related to the role, if responsible for or able to access it.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree