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Faculty positions in Computer Science

Reykjavík University

  • Department: Department of Computer Science
  • City: Reykjavík
  • Country: Iceland
  • Posted on: Tuesday, 14 January 2025
  • Application Deadline: Thursday, 30 January 2025
  • Job Language Requirements: English

Job Description

The Department of Computer Science at Reykjavik University invites applications for full-time, permanent faculty positions at any rank, in particular in the fields of data science, software engineering, theoretical computer science, as well as visual computing, games, and interactive media.

We are looking for energetic, highly qualified academics with a proven international research record and excellent potential in their field of study. We seek candidates passionate about advancing science through innovative research and teaching, with a strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration across industry and academia, as well as real-world applications.

Apart from developing their research career, the successful applicant will play a full part in the teaching and administrative activities of the department and is expected to contribute to teaching existing courses, developing new courses and supervising students at both undergraduate and graduate level. For further information on existing courses see the Course Catalogue. Applicants with a demonstrated history of excellence in teaching are preferred.

Salary and rank are commensurate with experience. Among other benefits, Reykjavik University offers a supportive environment and a reasonable teaching load. Research staff are offered the option to take research semesters (sabbaticals) after every three years of satisfactory teaching and research activity.

The positions are open until filled, with intended starting date in August 2025. Later starting dates can be negotiated. The deadline for applications is January 30, 2025. The review of the applications will begin in early January 2025 and will continue until the positions are filled.

Duties

  • Develop and teach courses in the department of computer science
  • Supervise undergraduate, MSc, and PhD students, as well as advise post-doctoral researchers.
  • Establish and secure funding for national and international research projects.
  • Conduct innovative research and publish in leading academic venues.
  • Actively participate in departmental and university administrative and outreach activities.
  • Build and manage collaborations with industry and academic partners.

Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • PhD in Computer Science or a related field.
  • Proven track record of quality, independent research in academia and/or technological development in industry.
  • Experience in teaching, with preference given to candidates with course design and organization experience.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse teams.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Application Instructions

Applications should be submitted through the University’s online application submission system and should include the following documents:

  • a cover letter specifying whether the candidate is applying for appointment as an assistant, associate, or full professor,
  • a CV with a full list of publications,
  • copies of, or links to, three to five major publications,
  • for applications in the field of visual computing, games and interactive media: copies of, or links to, three to five videos of visual or interactive media projects,
  • a research statement,
  • a teaching statement,
  • supporting material regarding excellence in teaching, if available, and
  • any other relevant information the applicant wishes to supply.

Please arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent directly to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (subject “Faculty Position in CS”) with a copy to Dr. Henning Ulfarsson (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), Chair of the Department of Computer Science. Informal communication and discussions on any aspect related to the positions are encouraged, and interested candidates are welcome to contact the chair of the search committee, Associate Professor Hans Peter Reiser (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), for further information.

Department of Computer Science at Reykjavik University

The Department of Computer Science at Reykjavik University has about 780 full-time-equivalent students and 25 faculty members. It provides an excellent working environment that encourages and supports independence in academic endeavours, and in which a motivated academic can have impact at all levels.

The department offers undergraduate programs in Computer Science and Software Engineering, as well as a combined undergraduate program in Discrete Mathematics and Computer Science. At the graduate level, the department offers a program in Computer Science with dedicated emphasis lines in Cybersecurity and Software Engineering, alongside programs in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Health.

The department is home to several research centres producing high-quality collaborative research in areas such as artificial intelligence, financial technology, language technology, software systems, cybersecurity, and theoretical computer science, among others; for more information on those research centres, see https://en.ru.is/research/units/

For further information about the Department of Computer Science at Reykjavik University and its activities, see https://en.ru.is/st/dcs.

Reykjavík University

Reykjavík University (RU), founded in 1998, has quickly become a leading force in research and teaching. RU’s core activities are teaching and research in solid connection with the industry and society, focusing on interdisciplinarity, international quality standards, innovation, and professional service. This is shaped by respect for society and the environment. At RU, seven departments are split between two academic schools, the School of Technology and the School of Social Sciences.

Iceland

Iceland is well known for breathtaking natural beauty, with volcanoes, hot springs, lava fields and glaciers offering a dramatic landscape. It consistently ranks as one of the best places in the world to live. It offers a high quality of life, is one of the safest places in the world, with high gender equality, and strong healthcare and social-support systems. It is in third position in the 2024 UN World Happiness Report, which correlates with various life factors. Iceland also ranks highest in the world on the LGBTQ+ Equality Index. Reykjavik is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city, which provides an ideal environment for combining cultural and family activities with an active lifestyle.