Full Professor & Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) - AI for Engineering
Full Professor & Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) - AI for Engineering
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Date posted: March 12 2025
The School of Engineering Science of the Faculty of Applied Sciences invites applications for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Engineering at the rank of Associate or Full Professor dependent on experience. This opportunity is open to internal and external applicants. For candidates external to SFU this position is contingent upon the applicant receiving a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair. The anticipated start date is October 1 2026. The applicants research area should primarily align with the mandate of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) as outlined in the Guidelines for Selecting the Appropriate Federal Granting Agency.
At the intersection of innovative education cutting-edge research and community outreach lies Simon Fraser University Canadas engaged university. With three campuses located in beautiful British Columbias largest municipalitiesVancouver Burnaby and Surreyour students faculty and staff are privileged to live work and play on the traditional unceded territories of the xmkym (Musqueam) Swxw7mesh xwumixw (Squamish) slilwta (Tsleil-Waututh) qcy (Katzie) kikm (Kwikwetlem) Qayqayt Kwantlen Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen Peoples.
Simon Fraser University (SFU) is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision which pledges SFU to foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect celebrating the diversity reflected among its students faculty staff and our community. SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force including Indigenous peoples persons with disabilities racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably.
Pursuant to Section 42 of the B.C. Human Rights Code the selection for this position will be limited to candidates who self-identify as an Indigenous person (First Nations Inuit or Mtis) a person with a disability and/or a gender minority and/or a woman and will bring to their research and teaching the perspective that comes from the lived experiences of those underrepresented in higher education particularly the experiences of peoples from the aforementioned categories. Applicants must self-identify as belonging to one or more of these equity groups using the Applicant Demographic Survey administered by the SFU Equity Office to be considered for this position. Candidates who do not complete the Applicant Demographic Survey will not be considered for this position.
The Opportunity
This T1 CRC appointment opportunity is intended for outstanding researchers acknowledged by their peers as world leaders in the field of AI for Engineering including computer engineering communications and signal/image processing robotics and cyber physical systems and biomedical engineering.
For external applicants this position is contingent upon the applicant receiving a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair prior to being appointed to a tenure-track faculty position at SFU. An appointment with tenure may be possible.
Applicants must be full professors or associate professors who are expected to be promoted to the full professor level within one or two years of the nomination.
Alternatively if they come from outside the academic sector nominees must possess the necessary qualifications to be appointed at these levels. For more information about SFUs requirements for appointment at each rank please see SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement Article 28 ( should have the potential to attract develop and retain excellent trainees students and future researchers as well as maintain and enhance an original innovative high quality research program.
The School of Engineering Science
The School of Engineering Science at Simon Fraser University is a renowned center for innovative engineering education and transformative research. The schools vision is to excel in engineering education and research training innovative thinkers and leaders equipped with robust scientific foundations and hands-on design skills. Its mission is to develop highly skilled engineers and researchers who can address global challenges through technology and innovation. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration the school integrates theoretical learning with hands-on applications to advance critical areas of engineering. The school offers undergraduate and graduate programs in five options including biomedical engineering computer engineering electronics engineering engineering physics and systems engineering. Faculty members and students work on cutting-edge research that spans fields including artificial intelligence advanced materials biomedical engineering robotics and signal processing. Students develop invaluable systems design skills alongside a deep foundation of technical knowledge.
The school has several leading research laboratories and initiatives that support its mission ( AI and Robotics Research Lab focusing on artificial intelligence autonomous systems and human-machine interaction.
Biomedical Engineering Research Group pioneering advancements in medical imaging biosensors and rehabilitation engineering.
Communications and Signal Processing Lab specializing in wireless communications multimedia processing and networked systems.
Reconfigurable Computing Lab focus on non-traditional computer system design heterogeneous Networks-on-Chip System-on-Chip (SoC) design FPGA applications and quantum computing.
Robotic Algorithms & Motion Planning Laboratory create autonomous robots develop algorithms and planners for the automatic synthesis of robotic motions and manipulation tasks.
SFU 4D Labs a state-of-the-art research facility for nanofabrication materials research and device prototyping.
These resources offer faculty and students cutting-edge facilities for research collaboration and innovation.
Equity diversity and inclusion (EDI) are foundational to the schools culture. The school actively promotes representation from underrepresented groups including women racialized individuals and Indigenous students through targeted recruitment mentorship programs and scholarships. Community outreach initiatives aim to inspire marginalized youth to pursue engineering careers while workshops and seminars encourage diverse perspectives in teaching and research. These efforts underscore the schools commitment to inclusive excellence and fostering a welcoming academic environment.
The School of Engineering Science offers programs that are nationally accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB). Our programs are among the most sought-after engineering programs in Canada. The school prides itself in its excellent research and newly updated teaching facilities as well as high-quality students. SFU is located in Metro Vancouver which is rated one of the most livable areas in North America. SFU offers competitive salaries excellent benefits and a collegial and vibrant work more information please visit the School of Engineering Sciences website: Successful Candidate
The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science or a related discipline and be registered or eligible to register with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (). They will possess a breadth of expertise and a demonstrated strong track record of scholarly excellence including an independent internationally recognized research program and demonstrated evidence of success and excellence in student supervision and mentorship. The candidate should have a proven track record of developing and delivering educational content such as undergraduate and graduate course or experience in teaching or training outside traditional academic settings. Additionally they must exhibit a commitment through past or potential contributions to fostering a welcoming and supportive community for all particularly for individuals historically persistently or systematically marginalized. The successful candidate will be expected to lead an innovative research program bridging disciplines across engineering science to address challenges in emerging technologies. They will foster collaborative and interdisciplinary research; articulate a strategic plan for advancing a world-class research program that aligns with ongoing initiatives within the university and engages with local national and international networks. The candidate will actively collaborate with a diverse group of researchers and industry partners teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels supervise and mentor Masters and Ph.D. students and provide service to the University and the broader community.
Employment Type
Full Time
