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Position Number : 117572
Title : Professor & Director
Functional Title : Professor & Director
Category Status : 01-Faculty Tenured
Applicant Search Category : Faculty
University Authorized FTE : 1.000
Unit : CMNS-Institute for Advanced Computer Studies
Campus / College Information : Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks : Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check. The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed. Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
Position Summary / Purpose of Position : Lead UMIACS, a multidisciplinary computing research institute led by distinguished researchers and supported by a cutting-edge infrastructure. UMIACS pioneers computational science involving national defense, precision medicine, big data, cybersecurity, language and culture, and more. The mission of UMIACS is to catalyze, support and sustain collaborative and inter-disciplinary computing-focused research, scholarship and innovation through cross-cutting teamwork and stellar technical and administrative support. UMIACS aspires to be a leader in high-impact scientific innovations that expand the boundaries of computing research and benefit our campus, the state of Maryland, and beyond.
Minimum Qualifications : The successful candidate will be a tenured member of the faculty at the level of Professor with an appointment in UMIACS. We are seeking candidates with outstanding records in research and in education, along with administrative skills and vision to lead the unit.
Preferences : Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration.
Additional Information : Base salary consideration begins at $175,000-$252,000 with an administration increment added to the base salary. Start up costs will be commensurate with experience.
Posting Date : 10 / 08 / 2024
Closing Date : Open Until Filled : Yes
Best Consideration Date : 12 / 06 / 2024
Diversity Statement : The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Salary : $175,000 - $252,000
