Assistant Professor of Computer Science
The Computer Science Department at the University of Oregon is accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position starting in the Fall of 2026. We are seeking a faculty hire in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, with a broad scope that includes, but is not limited to, areas such as Natural Language Processing, Speech, Computer Vision, Reinforcement Learning, Data Mining, Multi-Agent Systems, Robotics, Trustworthy AI, and Foundation Models. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. and possess an exceptional research track record. The successful candidates will be responsible for establishing a top-tier research program, delivering graduate and undergraduate courses with excellence, and contributing to university and community service.
The UO CS department is a critical part of the newly formed School of Computer and Data Sciences (SCDS) and is in the midst of a major growth in tenure-track and career faculty members. The department aims to be a pioneering hub for advancing education and research, fostering collaborations, and forging connections across disciplines, the university, and the global community. We are dedicated to attracting a diverse community of students and scholars who collaborate effectively with one another and with societal partners to make a positive impact on the world. We empower our students to become interdisciplinary problem solvers, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Our department is committed to cultivating a friendly, inclusive, and welcoming environment and seeks colleagues who share these values.
The CS faculty members play a foundational role at the University of Oregon, engaging in fundamental research and providing crucial support to other departments, disciplines, and the new Knight Campus. Our CS faculty actively participate in core CS research and an increasing number of interdisciplinary research collaborations in the areas of cybersecurity, programming languages, networking, distributed systems, data science, and high-performance computing, all guided by ethical principles, technological adaptability, and societal needs. Furthermore, they have played a significant role in the development of the recently formed School of Computer and Data Sciences (SCDS). Moreover, our faculty members have established five world-class research centers including the Oregon Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (OCCoE), the Oregon Advanced Computing Institute for Science and Society (OACISS), the Center for Cyber Security and Privacy (CCSP), the Center for Big Learning (CBL), and the Center for Digital Mental Health.
Minimum Requirements: Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field by the time of appointment. A strong research track record with top-tier publications in the research field of interest.
Preferred Qualifications: Promise of developing a strong research program in your area. Demonstrated success in collaboratively building organized spaces of excellence. Evidence of a commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through research, teaching, and service.
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