Position Summary

　　The Department of Computer Science at the University of Denver (DU) isbuilding an academically and culturally diverse faculty and staff who teachand work in a supportive environment surrounded by people with a strongcommitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Ourinstitutional DEI action plan can be found here. We invite applications fortwo nine-month tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of AssistantProfessor in Computer Science, with particular interest in applicants whohave strengths in algorithms, artificial intelligence, computer scienceeducation, games, human-computer/robot interaction (HCI/HRI),natural language processing, robotics, security and privacy, or softwareengine

　　We seek exceptional teacher-scholars committed to developing or enhancing arobust research portfolio; delivering innovative, hands-on learningexperiences; and authentically supporting our DEI mission. Candidates mustdemonstrate a commitment to their discipline through scholarly and creativeactivities that fall within Boyer's four types of scholarship: (1)discovery, (2) application, (3) integration, and (4)teaching and learning. We are especially interested in faculty members who canbuild research partnerships within the Daniel Felix Ritchie School ofEngineering and Computer Science (RSECS) which includes the KnoebelInstitute for Healthy Aging (KIHA), as well as across campus (e.g.,psychology,

　　About the Department of Computer Science

　　The Department of Computer Science at the University of Denver is a vibrant,welcoming, and optimistic community that values high-quality teaching andmentoring of students focused on building student enthusiasm, curiosity,and confidence. We provide support and encouragement to students of differentneeds, while maintaining high standards of accomplishment. We are dedicatedto building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff who arecommitted to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. Weespecially welcome applications from women, minorities, members of theLGBTQIA+ community, people with disabilities, and veterans.

　　About the University of Denver

　　DU's vision is to be "a great private university dedicated to the publicgood." As such, we recognize that our success is dependent on how well weengage and include the rich diversity of our constituents. DU is the oldestand largest private, independent university in the Rocky Mountain Region,welcoming approximately 5,800 undergraduate and 8,000 graduate andprofessional students to campus either in-person or virtually every year. Ourundergraduate students complete a rigorous, comprehensive core curriculum inaddition to a deep, hands-on immersion in their technical curricula. DU isan R1 research university with high research activity and has an exceptionalcommitment to its undergraduate students. The Ritchie School of Engineeringand Computer Science is housed in a $63M building with state-of-the-artresearch and instructional laboratories, classrooms, offices, andinnovation sp

　　At DU, we are creating a better future, for all. DU's Five StrategicImperatives, a distillation of DU IMPACT 2025, represent our most pressingpriorities and exciting potential. From our classrooms and labs in the city ofDenver to our one-of-a-kind campus in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, wefoster a Four-Dimensional Experience that focuses on intellectual growth,well-being, character, and career skill-building. Here, you will be partof a culture that enriches every member of the DU community and advances thegr

　　About the City of Denver

　　Denver, the Mile High City, consistently ranks as one of the best placesto live in the United States. Denver's economy is rapidly growing anddiversifying, with strengths in the aerospace, healthcare, financialtech, telecommunications, IT, security, and software sectors. Ourregion features a dry climate wi h 300 days of sunshine annually andsurprisingly mild winters. The nearby Rocky Mountains provide beautiful viewsand abundant recreational opportunities year-round. The city of Denver is hometo several major league sports teams, diverse neighborhoods, and strongcultura

　　Required Qualifications

　　PhD in Computer Science or a closely related discipline by the time ofappointment.Research record of publications that connect to your proposed researchagenda and that indicates funding potential commensurate with appointmentlevel, research area, background, and experience.Ability to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in Computer Scienceas evidenced by background or teaching experience.Ability to collaborate with other departmental, school, and universityresearchers.Evidence indicating the potential for integration of DEI into teaching,research, or service.Preferred Qualifications

　　Experience working on inter-disciplinary problems that contribute to thepublic good.

　　Evidence of integrating DEI into research and/or service.Demonstrated excellence in teaching.Demonstrated knowledge and experience with inclusive teaching methodsand/or pedagogies to effectively engage broadly diverse student populationsand historically underrepresented groups in computer science.Record of funding commensurate with research area, appointment level,background, and experience.Working Environment