Assistant Professor of Software Engineering Tenure-track Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Full Professor in Systems and Software Engineering The Department of Computer Science at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for a Tenure-track Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Full Professor in Systems and Software Engineering position. and must be filled by 1 May 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter (subject to negotiation). It is a high priority at the Department of Computer Science to foster a research environment of highest excellence allowing people from diverse backgrounds to thrive. The researcher will join a rapidly growing department, with strong research sections in the areas of Algorithms and Complexity; Machine Learning; Natural Language Processing; Human-Centered Computing; Business Process Management, Software Engineering and Data Management; Programming Languages; and Image Analysis. The department is heading two centers within Artificial Intelligence: the SCIENCE AI Center (https://ai.ku.dk/) and the Pioneer Center within Artificial Intelligence (https://di.ku.dk/ai-centre). The University of Copenhagen was founded in 1479 and is the oldest and largest university in Denmark. It is one of the best universities in Scandinavia and one of the top places in Europe. Within computer science, it is ranked fourth in the European Union according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2022. The Department of Computer Science offers a friendly and thriving international research and working environment with opportunities to build up internationally recognized research groups. Denmark offers remarkable opportunities for research funding. The Department of Computer Science has an experienced research support unit that offers mentoring and assistance when applying for funding. Further information on startup packages and recruitment grants offered by Danish private and public foundations is available at https://science.ku.dk/english/research/experienced-researchers/ Copenhagen is one of the 10 most livable cities in the world with a rich culture within music, theater, and associations (https://www.visitcopenhagen.com). Life for families is made easy by a publicly supported daycare and health care system, dual career opportunities, maternity/parental leave, and six weeks of annual vacation. International candidates may find information on living and working in Denmark at www.workindenmark.dk. Useful information is also available at The International Staff Mobility office (ISM) at the University of Copenhagen (https://ism.ku.dk). ISM offers a variety of services to international researchers coming to and working at the University of Copenhagen. Description of the position A priori, the researcher will join the Software, Data, People and Society section (SDPS) or the Programming Languages and Theory of Computation section (PLTC); the section affiliation will be agreed upon as part of the hiring process. The SDPS section conducts research in software, process, and data management systems, and develops methods for building reliable software systems suited for the people, thereby creating value for society. The research is often carried out in an interdisciplinary context and in collaboration with industry. For further information, please visit https://di.ku.dk/english/research/sdps/. The PLTC section conducts research in programming language technology and in the theory of computation. Much of the work involves topics in the intersection of programming language theory (e.g., algorithmic aspects of programming and formal verification), and applications (e.g., computer security and privacy, systems, distributed ledger technology, and fintech). For further information, please visit https://di.ku.dk/english/research/pltc/. Tenure-track assistant professor The tenure-track assistant professor must have an academic standing showing internationally competitive research, and/or have internationally recognized high potential to make a future impact. Assessment of applicants for the tenure-track assistant professorship will primarily consider their level of documented, internationally competitive research. The ability to attract external funding will be considered together with outreach qualifications. Teaching qualifications are not mandatory but documented teaching qualifications and teaching experience will be considered. Associate professor and full professor Assessment of applicants for the associate professorship and full professorship will primarily consider their level of documented, original scientific production at an international level, including contributions to developments in their field, as well as their documented teaching qualifications. Managerial and out-reach qualifications of applicants including ability to attract external funding will also be considered. The department values interdisciplinary research and teaching, and is actively involved in several cross-faculty research projects and educational programs. Thus, the successful candidate must be capable of and interested in facilitating cross-disciplinary interactions both within the Department of Computer Science and across the university, as well as internationally. The candidate is expected to be open to conducting interdisciplinary teaching, including courses for students with a non-technical background, e.g., health sciences. University of Copenhagen’s criteria for recognising merit For associate professors: https://jobportal.ku.dk/videnskabelige-stillinger/kriterier-for-videnskabelige-stillinger/dokumenter-til-meritering/5b_Criteria_for_recognising_merit_-Associate_professors.pdf. The tenure-track assistant programme Performance of the tenure-track assistant professor will be followed via internal yearly evaluations and a mid-term and final international evaluation by an assessment committee. If the ‘final appraisal’ is positive you will be promoted as associate professor. Performance and progression towards the criteria below will be evaluated with due consideration of differences between research fields. After a 6-year tenure-track period tenure-track assistant professors are expected to meet the criteria for appointment of associate professors at the University of Copenhagen Terms of employment Negotiation for salary supplement and relocation expenses is possible. Note that Denmark protects the economic, social, and physical well-being of its workers, which includes robust health care, childcare, elder care, and other generous benefits. Further information Inquiries about the position can be made to Head of Department, Professor Jakob Grue Simonsen (simonsen@di.ku.dk); Head of SDPS section, Associate Professor Dmitriy Traytel (traytel@di.ku.dk) or Head of PLTC section, Professor Martin Elsman (mael@di.ku.dk). Filing of application The application including all attachments must be in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below. Applying for the tenure-track assistant professorship please include
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The deadline for applications is 8 September 2024 23:59 GMT +2. After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment at all levels to be assessed by an Assessment Committee. Note that being on the shortlist is not equivalent to being assessed as qualified for the position. Shortlisted candidate may potentially be deemed “not qualified” by the Assessment Committee. A subset of the qualified short-listed candidates will be selected for a formal interview by the Recruitment Committee. You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/. Interviews will be held on 6 February 2025 Please refer to the following no. in future communication in this case:
Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career. InfoApplication deadline: 08-09-2024
Employment start: 01-05-2025
Working hours: Full time
Department/Location: Department of Computer Science
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