Colorado School of Mines · 16 hours ago
Assistant Professor or Professor of Practice, AI/Machine Learning
Colorado
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$110K/yr - $157K/yrThe Colorado School of Mines is a public R1 research university focused on applied science and engineering, seeking a faculty position in Computer Science with a focus on AI and Machine Learning. The role involves developing and teaching courses, supervising students, and contributing to the program's visibility through professional engagement.
EducationInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Develop and teach courses that are valuable to undergraduate and graduate students, within Computer Science, Applied Mathematics and Statistics, and across Mines
Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in career pathways, research, and coursework, including through the expanding AI and Data Science programs at Mines
Contribute to the visibility and reputation of the program through professional engagement, service, and community involvement
Develop and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program that relates to and supports AI and Machine Learning
Qualification
Required
Ph.D., M.S./M.A. or B.S./B.A. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or another closely related field
History of professional experience in industry or academia with a national or international reputation demonstrating achievement as a distinguished practitioner of the discipline
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to student success
Ph.D. from an accredited program in Computer Science or a closely related field relevant to the search areas by the time the appointment begins
Evidence of research productivity and potential for sustained scholarly achievement
Demonstrated ability to teach effectively and mentor students at the university level
Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration or engagement with AI in the sciences
Benefits
Flexible health and dental care options
Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year – including a week-long winter break for entire campus
Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution
Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)
Free RTD Ecopass for transportation throughout the Denver Metro area
Discount programs through the State of Colorado
Free tickets for Mines Athletics home games
Access to the state-of-the-art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more)
Equipment rentals through the Outdoor Recreation Center
On-campus daycare center
Company
Colorado School of Mines
Colorado School of Mines is a public teaching and research university in Golden, Colorado.
Founded in 1874
1001-5000 employees
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2023 (19)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.92MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyNational Nuclear Security AdministrationNational Institute of Standards and Technology
2024-09-17Grant· $1.5M
2024-03-13Grant· $3M
2023-05-19Grant
Leadership Team
Shannon Tyler
Mines Biomechanics Club Co-Founder and Secretary
Kirsten Volpi
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
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