Assistant/Associate Professor - Affective Computing and Human-Centered AI at University of Houston in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Houston (www.cs.uh.edu) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level. Candidates working on theoretical or practical aspect of research related to Affective Computing and Human-Centered AI are encouraged to apply.

The department is seeking exceptional candidates with the potential for exceptional research, excellence in teaching, and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students. Candidates must demonstrate an outstanding scholarly record of research, exhibited by high-impact peer-reviewed publications and a forward-looking, vigorous research agenda that will secure competitive, external funding as Principal Investigator (PI). The anticipated start date for this position is September 1, 2025. Applicants must possess an earned doctorate in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, or a closely related scientific field before Sept 1, 2025.

Located in Houston, the fourth largest city in the United States, UH is a Carnegie Tier One public research university that is located on a park-like campus a few minutes from the Houston city center. The university has embarked on an exciting period of research growth, a rising reputation, and committed leadership. The Department of Computer Science is home to a dynamic and interdisciplinary group of 30+ full-time faculty members and over 2000+ students across its BS, MS, and PhD programs. The department currently has a strong emphasis on research in fundamental and applied computer science including AI, machine learning, computer vision, graphics and visualization, systems, distributed algorithms, and scientific and biomedical computing. Research in the department is and has been funded by numerous agencies, including the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Standards and Technology, and the U.S. Departments of Defense, Homeland Security, Justice, Energy, and Transportation.

Houston is an international and multicultural city, with world-class theaters, museums, restaurants, and thrilling sports teams. It offers affordable housing and enjoys a low cost of living. The university is close to the Texas Medical Center, the largest in the world, a large industrial base, and NASA.

The university is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Pre-application inquiries are welcome and prospective applications are encouraged to contact Dr. Shishir Shah at sshah@central.uh.edu.

The University of Houston is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and recognizes protected classes of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, religion, age (40 and above), national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or status, and gender expression as required by federal law. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline. Applicants must complete their degree before the start date of the appointment.

Candidates must demonstrate an outstanding scholarly record of research, exhibited by high-impact peer-reviewed publications and a forward-looking, vigorous research agenda that will secure competitive, external funding as Principal Investigator (PI). .

Required Attachments by Candidate

Curriculum Vitae,Cover Letter/Letter of Application,Teaching Philosophy or Statement,Research Statement,Publications

Notes to Applicant

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon the selection of the final candidate. All positions at the University of Houston are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

recblid fsvqawvwoqfq6n3s8nmndwx06802fp

Ph.D. Apply Now