Assistant Research Professor, Center of Innovation, Technology and Aging
Assistant Research Professor, Center of Innovation, Technology and Aging
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Position Summary:
The Center of Innovation Technology and Aging (CITA) and the Bellini College of AI cybersecurity and computing (CAICC) are jointly seeking to hire an Assistant Research Professor (non tenure earning) whose research aligns with CITAs research vision and can teach computer science undergraduate and graduate courses. Preferred candidates will have completed a PhD in computer science or a related area from an accredited institution. Successful candidates will mentored by the Center Director for research and grant proposal development. This recruitment is for a non-tenure earning full-time research position renewable for up to two years. The expected teaching load is two courses per academic year some courses can be in the candidates research area. Successful candidates can start as early as summer 2025.
An application package should include a cover letter curriculum vitae statements describing research and teaching experience and goals and the names and contact information of at least three references. Applicants must electronically submit the application packet as one PDF file.
Center of Innovation Technology and Aging (CITA). CITA has 35 affiliated professors from eight colleges across the three USF campuses: College of AI cybersecurity and computing; College of Engineering; College of Behavioral and Community Sciences; College of Arts and Sciences; Morsani College of Medicine; College of Education; College of Nursing; College of Public Health. The Center is supported by a team of research coordinators and research assistants. CITA is dedicated to developing intelligent systems and technologies to transform the landscape of care for individuals with AD/ADRD and subsequently for other vulnerable older adults with disabilities such as Parkinsons disease and those recovering from stroke.
Established in 2024 the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing is the first of its kind in Florida and one of the pioneers in the nation to bring together the disciplines of artificial intelligence cybersecurity and computing into a dedicated college.The college serves as a central hub for advancing foundational knowledge and interdisciplinary collaborations catalyzing innovation across all academic fields. By integrating AI and cybersecurity expertise into varied disciplines the college fosters a seamless environment where ethical secure and responsible computing technologies are developed The colleges structure is both integrative and pioneering applying a hub-and-spoke model to maintain strong ties with colleges across USF while serving as a dedicated focal point for artificial intelligence cybersecurity and computing education and research.
USFs bold investment in the college reflects its strategic vision for rapid expansion and influence in AI cybersecurity and computing on a national and global scale. The college has support to double its faculty in the next four years. It is a plan driven by increased federal and state funding opportunities and supported by USFs recent induction into the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). Faculty will be part of a growth trajectory fostering a pioneering research and development culture creating unmatched opportunities to advance their careers in an institution that values innovation societal impact and academic excellence.
The University of South Florida a high-impact research university dedicated to student success and committed to community engagement generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. With campuses in Tampa St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee USF serves approximately 50000 students who represent nearly 150 different countries. For five consecutive years U.S. News & World Report has ranked USF as one of the nations top 50 public universities including the current USFs ranking of 45. In 2023 USF became the first public university in Florida in nearly 40 years to be invited to join the Association of American Universities a prestigious group of the leading universities in the United States and Canada. Through $461 millions dollars in research expenditure in 2022-23 and as one of top universities in the world for securing new patents USF is a leader in solving global problems and improving lives. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at .
Qualifications
MINIMUM:
Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in academic research. Must meet university criteria for appointment which is equivalent to that required of the rank of Assistant Professor.
PREFERRED:
Preferred candidates will have completed a PhD in computer science or a related area from an accredited institution. Preferred candidates will have a strong research record to include multiple publications in high impact venues. Preferred candidates will be able to lead and collaborate on aging-related multidisciplinary research and grant proposal development with faculty from the Center for Innovation Technology and Aging (CITA) and the Bellini College of AI Cybersecurity and Computing. The candidate will contribute expertise in AI/ML robotics human-computer interaction (HCI) and related fields to develop innovative biomarkers condition monitoring methods assistance technologies and intervention approaches.
Additional Information for Applicants:
This job is subject to Foreign Influence Screening:During the 2021 Florida legislative sessionHouse Bill 7017 (HB 7017)was passed and later signed into law by Governor DeSantis. The new law modifies a variety of Florida Statutes to address concerns regarding improper foreign regard toemployment at major research institutions like the University ofSouth Florida the new law requires thorough review of certain applicants for positions involving research.
This position is funded by non-recurring funds and is conditioned upon the continuation of those funds.
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Contact the USF ADA Lead () to coordinate your accommodation request.
Employment Type
Full-Time
