Michigan State University - Computer Science Engineering - Tenure Track Faculty Positions

INSTITUTION: Michigan State University
DEPARTMENT: Computer Science and Engineering
POSITION: Tenure Track Faculty Positions
LINK: http://www.cse.msu.edu/Resources/CSE-PositionAnnouncement-2015.pdf
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Computer Science and Engineering

Faculty Positions in Cybersecurity, Biometrics and Machine Learning

Join Michigan State University’s Global Impact Initiative, designed to address the grand challenges through the creation of over 100 new faculty positions in some of the most promising and exciting fields of research. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. MSU offers an inclusive and collaborative work environment. To learn more visit research.msu.edu/global-impact.

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for three tenure-system faculty positions, one position in the area of cyber security, one position in the area of biometrics, and one position in machine learning and related areas. The biometrics and machine learning positions are targeted at the junior faculty level and the cyber security position at the senior level, but candidates may be considered at all ranks for all positions.

The successful candidates will be expected to develop an externally-funded interdisciplinary research program of national prominence that includes fundamental research, publications in journals and high quality conferences, and training graduate students. Multidisciplinary research is strongly encouraged and is being actively pursued by the faculty members at MSU. Leadership is expected in the development of innovative educational programs that provide state-of-the-art knowledge to both undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field, with demonstrated evidence of research accomplishments, teaching skills, and ability to work effectively with other researchers within the Department and colleagues on campus.
Appointments will start in August 2016.

MSU enjoys a park-like campus with outlying research facilities and natural areas. The campus is in the city of East Lansing and adjacent to the capital city of Lansing. The Lansing metropolitan area has a diverse population of approximately 450,000 residents. Local communities have excellent school systems and place a high value on education. Michigan State University is pro-active in exploring opportunities for employment for dual career couples, both inside and outside the University, see http://miwin.msu.edu/. Information about work and life at MSU and the College of Engineering can be found at http://www.egr.msu.edu/WE.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, the names of at least three references, and statements of their research and teaching interests through http://jobs.msu.edu and refer to posting #2340 Applications will be reviewed on a continuing basis until the positions are filled. Review of applications will begin on January 4, 2016. For questions about these positions, contact the search committee chair at search@cse.msu.edu.

Additional information about the university, college and department is available at:
CSE Department - http://www.cse.msu.edu
College of Engineering - http://www.egr.msu.edu/
MSU – http://www.msu.edu/

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. A member of the Association of American Universities, MSU is a research-intensive institution with 17 degree-granting colleges.

MSU is an affirmative-action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. The University actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.