Two Open-Rank Professor Positions at the Intersection of Biological and Artificial Intelligence

Position Summary
The Luddy School of Informatics Computing and Engineering SICE the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences PBS and the School of Optometry IUSO at Indiana University (IU) Bloomington invite applications for two faculty positions to begin on August 1 2023. We seek applicants working at the intersection of biological and artificial intelligence with a focus on reverse engineering the computational foundations of biological intelligence using tools from machine learning and artificial intelligence. The positions are part of a new initiative Reverse Engineering the Foundations of Intelligence that aims to transform our understanding of human and animal intelligence. IU has long been an international leader in discussions of how brains bodies and environments contribute to intelligent behavior. This initiative is designed to build on these strengths and propel IU to the forefront of research at the interaction of biological and artificial intelligence. The positions are open at the full and associate professor levels but exceptional candidates at the assistant professor level or in industry may be considered. We seek dynamic individuals with an international reputation and experience working in rapidly expanding & intellectually diverse interdisciplinary areas. We also seek individuals who excel working in team environments and whose research teaching and service will contribute to IUs commitment to diversity equity and inclusion. Minimum Qualifications: A PhD in psychology neuroscience cognitive science computer science or a related field and a distinguished record of scholarship teaching and professional experience appropriate for a tenured professorship at IU Bloomington. Applications received by March 2 2023 will receive full consideration; however the search will remain open until suitable candidates are found. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Candidates should review application requirements learn more about SICE PBS IUSO and employee benefits and apply online at: Questions nominations and confidential inquiries may be sent to Justin Wood or Rowan Candy . Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age ethnicity color race religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information marital status national origin disability status or protected veteran status. Before a conditional offer of employment with tenure is finalized candidates will be asked to disclose any pending investigations or previous findings of sexual or professional misconduct. They will also be required to authorize an inquiry by Indiana University Bloomington with all current and former employers along these lines. The relevance of information disclosed or ascertained in the context of this process to a candidates eligibility for hire will be evaluated by Indiana University Bloomington on a casebycase basis. Applicants should be aware however that Indiana University Bloomington takes the matters of sexual and professional misconduct very seriously. Located in the wooded rolling hills of southern Indiana Bloomington is a culturally thriving college town with a moderate cost of living and the amenities for an active lifestyle. IU is renowned for its topranked music school high performance computing and networking facilities and performing and fine arts. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Indiana University provides a comprehensive benefits program for fulltime appointed employees. Coverage for core benefit plans such as basic life insurance and a base retirement plan are entirely paid by the University. For detailed benefits information please visit Links to additional information which may be of interest: