Assistant Professor of Computer Science
About The Position
San Diego State University (SDSU) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Intelligent Systems and Applications (ISA), with an expected start in Fall 2027. The position is expected to contribute in the translation of intelligent system advances into impactful real-world solutions across domains such as, but not limited to, embodied robotics and control agents, intelligent cyber-physical systems, intelligent networking technologies, smart health and healthcare informatics, AI-enabled clinical decision support, smart database, smart infrastructure and transportation, and other core areas of computer systems and artificial intelligence. Candidates should have research expertise in the design, analysis, and/or deployment of intelligent systems capable of learning, adaptation, perception, reasoning, or complex decision-making in dynamic, real-world environments. SDSU is a large, urban university and Hispanic-serving institution and is classified as an R1 research institution integrating intelligent systems into education, research, and our community. The Department of Computer Science is home to faculty who are principal investigators of research grants from NSF, DOD, NIH, Google, etc. The department encourages collaborative interdisciplinary research with faculty members from other departments. We offer Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in both Computer Science and AI and Technology (AIT). Multiple faculty members are supervising Ph.D. students through two joint doctoral programs (JDPs): SDSU-UC Irvine Computational Science JDP and SDSU-UCSD Engineering JDP.
Requirements
- A record of original research / scholarly accomplishments and demonstrated capacity to develop a vigorous and independent program of research and scholarship in Intelligent Systems and Applications.
- Demonstration of past accomplishments and/or future plans in at least two (2) or more of the “Building on Inclusive Excellence” criteria.
- Terminal PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a closely related field, with all degree requirements met.
Nice To Haves
- Strong technical and theoretical understanding of intelligent and AI systems, algorithms, and models
- Experience in practical application of complex intelligent agents to cross-disciplinary domains
- Record of publications, presentations, and/or funding
- Potential for securing extramural funding
- Preparation for teaching students from diverse backgrounds
Responsibilities
- Develop a vigorous and independent program of research and scholarship in Intelligent Systems and Applications.
- Teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses.
Benefits
- A rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
