Faculty Search 2009

University of Denver
Department of Computer Science
Job Title: Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, Computer Science

The Computer Science Department in the School of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Denver is entering a five year period of rapid growth and expansion. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for two positions, one at the Assistant Professor level and one open rank, Tenure Track or Tenured. The primary focus is in Game Development-related areas and in Computer Security. However, truly exceptional candidates in other computer science areas will be considered.

Our department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Computer Science as well as inter-disciplinary BS and BA degrees in Game Development, coupled with very well-equipped laboratories. We plan to expand Games to the MS and PhD level. Current faculty research strengths include Games, Security, Software Engineering, and Spatial Data. Partnership with industry, our global community, and other programs within DU is at the core of our School's mission.

The University of Denver offers a competitive salary, start-up package, and benefits.

Qualifications: A PhD in Computer Science by hire date or closely related fields with credentials demonstrating the ability to conduct independent research, establish high-quality externally funded educational andresearch programs, as well as enthusiasm to teach undergraduate and graduate courses.

If the candidate is not a PhD at the time of hire they will be hired with title of "Instructor" until the PhD is complete.

The University of Denver is a medium-size (11,000 students) private university. Class sizes are small, the teaching load is moderate and the salary is competitive. The university is located in an attractive residential area 5 miles from downtown Denver. Denver, with its metro area population of 2.3 million, is consistently ranked as one of the country’s top five most pleasant places to live. Many of the country’s best ski areas, mountain bike trails, and the 14,000 foot peaks of the Colorado Rockies are only one or two hours away.

The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and encourages applicants particularly from women, minorities and the disabled.

Application screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and research interests and have at least 3 reference letters sent to http://www.dujobs.org

The University of Denver is an AA/EOE.

Applicants should apply online at www.dujobs.org and provide:

• Curriculum vitae
• Three references with contact information
• Statement of research vision
• Statement of teaching interests

These positions will stay open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately.