Robert J. Plemmons Fellow in Computational Sustainability at the Andrew Sabin Center for Environment and Sustainability and Research Assistant Professor of Computer Science

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Implement advanced machine learning algorithms, perform research experiments, and maintain accurate and complete records of that research.
• Contribute to the technical training of undergraduate and graduate student researchers.
• Contribute to the intellectual life of the Sabin Center
• Communicate effectively with faculty, department chair, and students.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ph.D in Computer Science or a related field.
• A strong research track record, including publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at conferences.
• Experience teaching college-level courses
• Strong communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to think critically.
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages and software tools.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Research background in computer science or related fields

Accountabilities:

• Reports to CS Department Chair as well as Drs. Miles Silman and Paul Pauca.
• Responsible for own work.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to carry out field research as needed

Environmental Conditions:

• Subject to inside environmental conditions.
• Subject to outside environmental conditions in field settings.

Additional Job Description

Time Type Requirement

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.

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