The University of Saskatchewan values diversity, and Aboriginal engagement is a strategic priority.
Assistant Professor, Computer Sciences (Software Engineering)
Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor with the College of Arts and Science in the Department of Computer Science. The successful candidate will build a substantial, externally funded research program broadly in the area of Software Engineering, in a way that complements and enhances our existing Software Engineering program. As the current university vision emphasizes collaborative research, the successful candidate will be able to identify how they will work with other faculty members in the department, units on campus and external and academic partners, while maintaining a core research program in software engineering. The successful candidate will be expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate level, particularly in the Software Engineering Honors program. Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the departmental website (http://www.cs.usask.ca/) for program details.
The successful candidate will have a PhD in Computer Science or related discipline, from a reputable institution. We are seeking candidates who have a strong research record evidenced by publications at recognized Software Engineering venues. Teaching, particularly in software engineering related fields and in upper division courses would be an asset. Evidence of an ability to attract external grant funding would be an asset. Evidence of professional service or outreach activities would also be an asset.
This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.
The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is a Canadian public research university, founded in 1907, and located on the east side of the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. An "Act to establish and incorporate a University for the Province of Saskatchewan" was passed by the provincial legislature in 1907. It established the provincial university on April 3, 1907 "for the purpose of providing facilities for higher education in all its branches and enabling all persons without regard to race, creed or religion to take the fullest advantage". The University of Saskatchewan is the largest education institution in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. It is also the only Canadian University that has a partnership agreement with University of Oxford. The University of Saskatchewan is one of Canada’s top research universities (based on the number of Canada Research Chairs) and is a member of the U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities.