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Computer Science and Engineering: Assistant Teaching Professor in Electronic Design Automation (EDA) and Hardware (Open until filled; initial review 01/17/2020)

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Position description

The [Department of Computer Science and Engineering] https://www.soe.ucsc.edu/departments/computer-science-and-engineering at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for the Assistant Teaching Professor position, The successful candidate is expected to develop and teach courses within the graduate and undergraduate curriculum with a focus in Electronic Design Automation (EDA) and Hardware, advise graduate students in their research areas, maintain an active profile of professional and/or scholarly achievement and activity in the discipline of EDA and Hardware, and perform university, public, and professional service.

The successful candidate must be able to work with students, faculty and staff from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds. We are interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their teaching. UCSC is the nearest University of California campus to Silicon Valley and has close research ties with the local computer industry.

We welcome candidates who understand the barriers facing women and minorities who are underrepresented in higher education careers (as evidenced by life experiences and educational background), and who have experience in equity and diversity with respect to teaching, mentoring, research, life experiences, or service towards building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.

The UC Santa Cruz campus is located approximately 75 miles from San Francisco and 35 miles from the heart of Silicon Valley. The campus comprises two thousand acres of forested hills overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Monterey Bay with one of the most visually spectacular settings in higher education. In 2016-17, the Times Higher Education ranked UC Santa Cruz 4th in research influence.

The UCSC Silicon Valley Campus is located in the heart of Silicon Valley near San Jose, the worldwide epicenter for industry and innovation in games and information technology. The location affords extensive consulting opportunities and avenues for collaborative research with industry. Opened in 2016, the UCSC Silicon Valley Campus features contemporary interior design with multiple classrooms, computer labs, and project rooms, along with an event center and television studio.

ACADEMIC TITLE
Assistant Teaching Professor (Lecturer with Potential for Security of Employment)
The Assistant Teaching Professor title confers the rights and responsibilities of membership in the Academic Senate and has the payroll title of “Lecturer with Potential for Security of Employment” (LPSOE). An LPSOE is eligible for promotion to "Security of Employment," which is analogous to tenure.

SALARY
Commensurate with qualifications and experience; academic year (nine-month basis).

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D (or equivalent foreign degree) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering and demonstrated teaching experience. It is expected that the degree requirement will be completed by 31st of December, 2020.

POSITION AVAILABLE
July 1, 2020, with the academic year beginning in September 2020. Degree requirements must be met by June 30, 2021 for employment beyond that date.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applications are accepted via the UCSC Academic Recruit online system; all documents and materials must be submitted as PDFs.

APPLY AT https://recruit.ucsc.edu/apply/JPF00776
Please refer to Position # JPF00776-20 in all correspondence.

Reference Requirement
Applications must include confidential letters of recommendation* (a minimum of 2 are required and a maximum of 5 will be accepted). Please note that your references, or dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System.

*All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm.

RECRUITMENT PERIOD
Full consideration will be given to applications completed by January 17, 2020. Applications received after this date will be considered only if the position has not been filled.


The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the University’s equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by phone at (831) 459-3676.

Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check (see https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify). More information is available at the APO website (see https://apo.ucsc.edu/policy/capm/104.000%20.html) or call (831) 459-4300.

UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus

If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Academic Personnel Office at apo@ucsc.edu (831) 459-4300.

Visit the Apo Web Site at http://apo.ucsc.edu

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Cover Letter - Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position

  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Statement of teaching Interests

  • Statement of professional interests and plans

  • Sample syllabi

  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through research, teaching, and/or service. See guidelines at: https://apo.ucsc.edu/diversity.html

  • Teaching evaluations (Optional)

  • Teaching evaluations (Optional)

  • Teaching evaluations (Optional)

  • Teaching evaluations (Optional)

  • Teaching evaluations (Optional)

  • Teaching evaluations (Optional)

  • Teaching evaluations (Optional)

  • Teaching evaluations (Optional)

  • Teaching evaluations (Optional)

  • Teaching evaluations (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 2-5 letters of reference required