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University of Colorado Boulder
  • Position Number: 5212721
  • Location: Boulder, CO
  • Position Type: Science - Computer Science


Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty in ATLAS

Requisition Number: 53250
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 29-Apr-2024
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The ATLAS Institute at the University of Colorado Boulder seeks a curious, unconventional, polymath tenure-track faculty member in creative technology and design to develop and lead an externally funded research group, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and engage in university professional service.
Home to nearly 20 tenured, tenure-track, and instructional faculty, and with affiliates across the university, ATLAS hosts 225 undergraduate majors, 70+ masters' students, and 24 PhDs. We cultivate a culture and community of invention working in a variety of domains, for example but certainly not limited to the design and implementation of:
  • Materials science and engineering
  • Complex engineered systems, including bio-inspired design
  • Robotics and human-robot interaction
  • Virtual, augmented, mixed reality systems
  • Data/information visualization
  • Computational materials, geometry and/or fabrication
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are


One of 12 institutes at CU Boulder, ATLAS is home to researchers who transcend traditional disciplinary structures of engineering, design, science, and art to inspire new realms of invention. We make tangible and digital tools and methods that shape how people interact with the world for a more inclusive, inspired, and sustainable society.

The most innovative research and teaching will come from a faculty varied in life experiences and academic disciplines, so we seek applicants who will promote diversity in all ATLAS programs.

To learn more, please visit https://www.colorado.edu/atlas/research-creativity.


What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

  • A successful candidate will lead a research group and develop collaborative relationships in academia as well as industry and community.
  • Successful candidates will be expected to engage in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring; develop an externally funded research program in their technical area; contribute professional leadership and service to their unit, the college, and their professional community; and cultivate and contribute to the inclusive excellence of our academic community.
  • The typical distribution of work for this role is teaching, scholarly and creative work (research), leadership and service.


What You Should Know

  • The anticipated start date for this position is Fall 2024, but a later start date may be negotiated.
  • We expect to hire at the rank of Assistant Professor; however, experienced candidates may be considered for Associate or Full Professor
  • Appointments will be rostered in the ATLAS Institute with a tenure home in one of the departments or programs in the College of Engineering and Applied Science.
  • The successful candidate should be prepared to obtain external sponsorship to support their research group and teach and work with students at all levels from diverse cultural and intellectual backgrounds.
  • As part of the University of Colorado Boulders deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, the campus has implemented a reference check program with respect to final candidates for tenured faculty appointments. The reference check program is intended to allow CU Boulder to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination - before making hiring decisions. All final candidates for tenured faculty appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information.


What We Can Offer



Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

  • Applicants must have earned a research doctorate in a field appropriate to their tenure home department or program, or have their degree conferred before starting a tenure-track faculty appointment.
  • Candidates being considered for appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank must meet University standards and unit criteria for tenure and promotion to the designated rank. These criteria generally include having an established and ongoing program of original research, a strong publication record, a demonstrated ability to obtain external funding, and a record of high-quality teaching and mentoring.
  • Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent experience with research and publishing.


What You Will Need

  • A strong commitment to interdisciplinary research and teaching.
  • Sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural, political, and geographical differences, with ability to work well with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds and skill levels.
  • Evidence of diversity and inclusion skills in your research/creative/professional, teaching, and service activities.



Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials as individual PDF files:
  1. Cover Letter: A one-page cover letter describing your interest in the position and summarizing your personal academic goals.
  2. Resume/CV: A current curriculum vitae.
  3. A Statement of Research Philosophy: A statement of your experience and plans for research and/or creative work that contributes to the body of knowledge in your field and provides broader benefits to education and society (2-3 pages).
  4. A Statement of Teaching Philosophy: A statement of your experience and plans for teaching and mentoring a diverse student body and developing inclusive pedagogy practices (2-3 pages).
  5. A Contributions to Diversity and Inclusion Statement: A statement on how your teaching, research, and leadership and service demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Examples might include scholarly work, efforts to improve access to higher education for underserved individuals or groups, or other contributions to diverse communities. For guidance in writing this statement please see the link: https://www.colorado.edu/engineering/support-faculty-applicants) (1-2 pages).
  6. Names and contact information for three or more references: Please upload a document that lists the name, email, and phone number for references who may be contacted by phone.
    • Please Note: During the application process, you will separately be asked to provide the contact information for three (3) references who may be asked to provide letters of recommendation later in the search process. These references may be the same or different than those you list on your phone check document.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, however for full consideration please apply by April 29, 2024.
Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Tenured-Tenure-Track-Faculty-in-ATLAS/53250







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