Assistant/Associate Professor of Data Science


  • Professional
  • Memphis, TN
  • Posted 2 months ago
  • Expires on: May 3, 2023

The University of Memphis
Data Science

The Data Science Center at the University of Memphis is seeking candidates for Assistant/Associate Professor position(s) beginning Fall 2023. Qualified candidates in all areas of data science and related fields such as Computer Science and Statistics are invited. Successful candidates are expected to develop externally sponsored research programs, lead or participate in collaborative research projects within Data Science and beyond, teach both undergraduate and graduate courses and provide academic advising to students at all levels. Candidates from minority and underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, or a related discipline, and be committed to excellence in both research and teaching a diverse student body. Salary is highly competitive and dependent upon qualifications. We particularly welcome candidates from groups that are historically underrepresented in our field and/or have demonstrated leadership toward building an equitable and inclusive scholarly environment.

The Data Science Center and related programs (www.memphis.edu/datascience) offers an M.S. program and is anticipated to offer undergraduate and Ph.D. programs. In addition, Data Science faculty work closely with other departments and multidisciplinary centers at the university such as the Institute for Intelligent Systems (IIS).

Review of applications will begin December 15, 2022 and continue until filled.

Interested applicants may apply at https://workforum.memphis.edu/postings/34654