Full Professor in Computer Science - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The School of Engineering is one of four schools within Jönköping University. We offer attractive technical education at undergraduate and graduate levels and conduct advanced research in several technological areas. We collaborate with the surrounding society to develop new technology and spread knowledge to strengthen the competitiveness of companies. Working with us, you are close to colleagues in an international environment with great opportunities to influence and develop.

The Jönköping AI Lab (JAIL) research group currently consists of two full professors, one associate professor, seven assistant professors as well as PhD students and support staff. The main research focus is applied data-driven AI via machine learning and semantic technologies; we are also scaling up our footprint in management of AI transformation and in software engineering for and using AI. To ensure a research group with great relevance, a significant part of research and education is carried out in collaboration with the surrounding society and industry. JAIL is building a multidisciplinary team with members from several relevant disciplines, including machine learning, deep learning, NLP, explainable AI and visualization, ontologies and linked data, embedded AI and IoT, etc. Today, we are the largest research group in Computer Science at the School of Engineering, Jönköping University, and we are now ready to take the next step. JAIL’s vision is to develop into a bold, curious and attractive academic center for AI excellence in Sweden. Read more about us here.

We are on a strong growth trajectory and are now looking for up to six new staff members, including one full professor, two associate or assistant professors, and three doctoral students. We are looking for those of you who are passionate, independent, creative, curious, and who want to be part of helping us to develop excellent research and education.

Our offer to you

As a professor, you will together with other professors and the department management lead the development of our research and education portfolios, and you will participate in research projects and educational programmes on first-, second, and third-cycle level. You will participate in the scientific community on high international level through, e.g., joint project applications and projects, arranging conferences, reviewing articles and appointments, etc. You are also expected to represent Jönköping University and the JAIL group in outreach activities to industry and the broader society; regionally, nationally, and internationally.

Main duties include:

• Leading and developing education and research
• Participating in education on all three levels
• Supervising doctoral students
• Carrying out high-quality research and dissemination of research results
• Participate in outreach and knowledge dissemination activities with industry and society
• Supporting and advising junior colleagues
• Applying for funding supporting yourself and the JAIL group
• Participating in management tasks and boards within the School of Engineering and Jönköping University.

As a professor at the Department of Computing you will be appointed to the Department Management Team, dealing with short- and long-term development issues and strategy; the DMT consists of the Head of Department, the Deputy Head of Department for Education, and the professors employed within the department.

Your profile

We expect applicants for this position to:

Have solid and documented knowledge in at least one of the following research areas:

• Artificial intelligence, e.g., machine learning, natural language processing and text mining, computer vision, deep learning, edge computing, explainable AI, human-centered AI, FAT (fairness, accountability and transparency), knowledge representation and semantics, etc.
• Software engineering, e.g., software engineering methodology, data modelling, systems architecture, database technology, etc.; especially supporting or using AI technologies.

Have solid and documented knowledge in at least one of the following teaching areas:

• Artificial intelligence, embedded systems, programming/software development, database systems, research methods within computer science, high performance computing, web and mobile technologies, computer networking, etc.

Jönköping University and the School of Engineering has an international focus, which requires strong English proficiency for both teaching and research tasks.

For full eligibility requirements for a position as Full Professor see "Appointment Procedure at Jönköping University"

Furthermore, meritorious for the appointment are:

• Swedish language skills.
• Strong track record of participating in leading or supporting the development of a growing research environment
• Strong track record of research in collaboration with industry.
• Track record of developing practically applied AI solutions.
• Track record of developing commercial software using established industry technologies and methods.
  
  

Information

The position is full-time and permanent. The starting date is to be negotiated.
We kindly decline all sales and marketing contacts.

Application

Welcome with your application, no later than 2022-02-13

Your application should include:

• Cover letter
• Cv
• Attested credentials
• References
• Publication list
• Academic articles (10 most relevant)
• Dissertation
• Pedagogic portfolio
• Description of future research focus