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Utah Tech University Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in St. George, Utah
Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
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Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Salary
$100,000.00 - $120,000.00 Annually
Location
St. George 84770, UT
Job Type
Full-Time Faculty
Job Number
25FAC691-1
Division
College of Science, Engineering & Technology
Department
Computing
Opening Date
09/17/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
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Position Announcement
The College of Science, Engineering & Technology at Utah Tech University (UT) in St. George, Utah invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to begin January 1 or July 1, 2025. The preferred candidate will possess a PhD in Computer Science or a related discipline, or an MS with professional expertise. Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, but candidates with adequate teaching assistant experience are also encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach and develop courses in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. The preferred candidate will have experience in current Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning practices. Potential courses to be taught will be determined by the strengths of the applicant. More information about the Department of Computing and its associated programs and faculty can be found online athttps://computing.utahtech.edu/.
Responsibilities
Teach 24 credits per academic year of graduate and undergraduate courses each academic year in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Computer Science.
Deliver instruction using lecture, laboratory, project, and other modalities.
Engage and mentor students in active and experiential learning, with progressive developmental experiences.
Provide leadership in the development and oversight of the Center for Applied ML/AI.
Contribute to the ongoing development of programs and projects in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Computer Science.
Conduct public and private outreach activities for the Center for Applied ML/AI.
Attend department, college, and university faculty meetings; program management and adhere to university policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
PhD or Doctorate degree in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and/or Computer Science required. Applicants who are currently enrolled in a doctoral program with graduation pending by August 2027 will also be considered.
Preference will be given to candidates with relevant prior teaching experience and/or relevant industry experience.
Project management experience for industry or student projects preferred.
Strong commitment to and evidence of potential for excellence in teaching, including an ongoing commitment to improvements in teaching methods and curriculum.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and commitment to collegiality and teamwork.
Commitment to active learning, experiential learning, and student engagement.
Supplemental Information
POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Full-time (9-month) tenure-track faculty position. Faculty service begins August 2025, with pay and benefits starting July 1, 2025. Annual salary of $100,000-$120,000 depending on qualifications and experience, with additional compensation available for optional summer/overload teaching. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, employee assistance and wellness programs, life, disability, retirement, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents. Seehttps://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/under "Benefits Summary" for more details.
ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES:Application review beginsOctober 28, 2024; position open until filled. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references (including email addresses), transcripts, and a Student Success Statement (1-2 pages about the candidate’s teaching or other professional experience working with a wide range of student academic preparedness). Please upload all the requested documents when you submit your application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and certification of required degrees and upon successfully passing a background check. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office (435) 652-7520.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renown for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University (https://about.utahtech.edu/) .
Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 12,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek to recruit and retain diverse and ambitious faculty and staff who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to Affirmative Action within its employment programs and activities. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University’s non-discrimination policies:
Director of Equity Compliance / Title IX Coordinator: Hazel Sainsbury -titleix@utahtech.edu, HCC 579, 435-652-7747.
Deputy Title IX Coordinator: LaShun McGhee - titleix@utahtech.edu, 435-652-7731.
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://titleix.utahtech.edu/or contact:
U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, ocr@ed.gov, 800-421-3481.
U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, ocr.denver@ed.gov, 303-844-5695.
The University provides key institutional information regarding Academics, Campus Safety, Student Services, Employment Laws, and other requirements per the Higher Education Act and other consumer information requirements to prospective students, students, UT employees, and prospective employees online athttps://utahtech.edu/right-to-know/andhttps://police.utahtech.edu/clery-act/.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification.
Click here to visit https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/to learn more about the wonderful benefits available to you as a Utah Tech employee!
Highlights from Utah Tech's benefits package include:
14.2% retirement contribution, paid 100% by the employer (no match required), vested on day 1 of full-time employment;
Regular undergraduate tuition waiver (paid at 100%) for employee, spouse, and unmarried dependent children to take courses at Utah Tech;
Full medical, dental, and vision plans, with low employee-paid premiums, that begins on day 1 of full-time employment;
Flexible Spending Accounts or Health Savings Accounts available;
Employer-paid basic life insurance & disability insurance coverage from day 1 of full-time employment;
Generous staff leave accruals, plus 12 paid holidays per calendar year.
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The following attachments are required to apply for this position. The size limit on a single attachment is 5 MB. You may attach up to 10 attachments. If you do not submit all of the required documents, your application may not receive full consideration. You will not be able to edit or add to your application once it has been submitted. *Cover Letter *Curriculum Vitae *Contact information for 3 professional references (including email addresses) *Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes) *Student Success Statement Have you uploaded these documents?
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Utah Tech University
Address
Human Resources
225 S. University Avenue
St. George, Utah, 84770
Phone
435-652-7520
435-879-4521
Website
http://humanresources.utahtech.edu
