Research Stream Faculty Position in Computer Graphics


  • Professional
  • Victoria, BC
  • Posted 1 month ago
  • Expires on: January 7, 2025

University of Victoria
Department of Computer Science

We invite applications from talented scholars for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in computer graphics to commence July 1, 2025. This search is limited to members of equity-seeking groups (see below). Qualified candidates must have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or equivalent field or be within a year of completion, and a demonstrated record of research accomplishment, including publications in top international venues (comparable to SIGGRAPH, SGP, Eurographics, TOG, or TVCG) as well as a clear plan for developing an outstanding research program. Applicants must have a commitment to teaching graphics or games courses at the undergraduate and graduate level and be able to teach a variety of courses at the undergraduate level. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Applicants should provide a plan for graduate student supervision, with prior experience in supervising or mentoring students considered an asset. Applicants must display the required professionalism to operate in a collegial academic environment, with evidence of collaboration considered an asset.

The candidate’s qualifications, experience and overall market demand will determine a candidate’s final salary offer. The salary for this position includes a competitive salary range of $116,420 – $143,813. UVic is committed to offering an equitable and competitive salary, inclusive of a generous benefits package, eligible leaves and pension plan.

In accordance with the University’s Equity Plan and pursuant to section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, the selection will be limited to members of the following designated group(s): Indigenous peoples, Black people, people with disabilities/disabled persons, racialized people or people of colour, women, and gender diverse peoples. Our search committee will review the pool of applications from those who self-identify with one of these designated groups. Candidates from these groups must self-identify in their cover letter to be considered for this position.

To be considered, please submit a completed application package including a cover letter that addresses the full scope of the job requirements, along with your curriculum vitae, research statement and up to three selected relevant publications, teaching statement, syllabi, evaluation data, an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) statement, and contact information for three references at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28270 addressed to the Recruiting Committee Chair. Application packages must be received by October 13, 2024.  The cover letter should clearly identify how your experience and research plan address the topic area above. The research statement should summarize research achievements and impact and propose a credible plan for future research. The EDI statement should briefly describe their experience with addressing EDI and/or how the candidate plans to contribute to the EDI goals of the Department (see https://www.uvic.ca/ecs/about/equity-action-planning/index.php). You are asked to upload your CV and other personal information to this service, which is provided for the convenience of you and your referees. The service stores data on servers located outside of Canada; the data is therefore not in the custody or under the control of the University of Victoria. You may wish to review the privacy statement on https://academicjobsonline.org.  If you do not wish to use this service, please submit your complete application package to search@csc.uvic.ca. If you have any questions about the search, please contact search@csc.uvic.ca clearly identifying the search you are inquiring about.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; if you are neither a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, please indicate if you are authorized to work in Canada and be prepared to provide a copy of your permit authorizing same.

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