KG Tan Endowed Chair Professor of Artificial Intelligence - Full Professor
KG Tan Endowed Chair Professor of Artificial Intelligence - Full Professor
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Job Description
Syracuse Universitys Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science in the College of Engineering and Computer Science seeks a top scholar in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to serve as the inaugural K.G. Tan Endowed Chair Professor. Kwang G. Tan is a pioneer in computing having started by building functional units for IBM in the early 1960s. Tan received his doctorate from Syracuse University in 1973 supported by the IBM residence program. Recognized for his contributions he was selected for important leadership positions at IBM and later at HP. The K.G. Tan chair should reflect Dr. Tans pioneering spirit applied to the field of AI.
Responsibilities
Potential areas of expertise for the K.G. Tan Endowed Chair Professor include machine learning algorithms natural language processing computer vision generative AI with an emphasis on explainable AI addressing aspects of security privacy ethics and fairness. Collaboratively designed AI approaches spanning the hardware and software stack and at different levels of complexity from TinyML to Large Language Models particularly in the context of multiagent decentralized learning and lifelong learning concepts. Neuromorphic systems systems that emulate neural processes and other biologically inspired systems to create efficient and adaptable AI systems. AI applications of interest include but are not limited to humanrobot collaboration manufacturing and supply chain (i.e. Industry 4.0 medical imaging and diagnostics autonomous driving and unmanned autonomous vehicles addressing societal challenges including climate change and public health.
Qualifications
An earned Ph.D. in electrical engineering computer engineering computer science or relevant fields and outstanding academic credentials commensurate with appointment at the level of Full Professor with tenure. Early career candidates who are commensurate with an appointment at the level of Associate Professor with tenure but show exceptional potential may also apply.
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Full Time
