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Tracking Code: req1086
Faculty/Department: Faculty of Science
Appointment Type: Tenured and Tenure-Track, Full-time Continuing
Number of Positions: 1
Salary Grade: Administered in accordance with the Collective Agreement
Posting Date: April 16, 2024
Application Review Date: May 15 or until a suitable candidate is found

Ontario Tech University (University of Ontario Institute of Technology), located in Oshawa, Ontario, is proud to encourage an interactive, information-sharing culture for our individual staff, and teams which enhance organizational effectiveness. Ontario Tech’s innovative programs, and technology-enriched learning environment create an atmosphere of academic excellence. Ontario Tech promotes social engagement, fosters critical thinking, and integrates outcomes-based learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. We invite you to consider joining Ontario Tech’s globally trained faculty as we further our reputation for providing a leading-edge learning environment and delivering innovative research.

The Faculty of Science at Ontario Tech University, invites applicants from qualified individuals for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. We seek a candidate with a Pd.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field who demonstrates a strong research background and potential in computer graphics, computational photography, image processing, or computer vision. candidates with research in all of these areas will be considered but preference will be given to candidates with research experience in computer graphics or computational photography. This position is subject to budgetary approval and commences on July 1, 2024.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic group of faculty members engaging in top-tier research across various areas, including Data Science, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Human – Computer Interaction, and Systems. Collectively, the group celebrates cross-field collaborations in a richly supportive environment. The candidate will receive ample support to maintain and enhance their active research profile in computer graphics and computer science in general.

The successful candidate will be expected to follow a 40% Research, 40% Teaching and 20% Service workload each year.
The ideal candidate will be expected to develop successful and innovative externally funded research programs that support peer-reviewed publications, training of graduate students at both masters and Ph.D. levels, and academic and industry collaborations. They will also be responsible for teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level and contributing to curriculum development. Ontario Tech has a commitment to provide a technology-enhanced learning environment. We therefore seek candidates who are further interested in developing effective pedagogical applications of technology in Computer Science education.

The Faculty of Science offers a vibrant and dynamic academic environment with a strong track record of high impact research and innovative teaching. The Faculty offers honours undergraduate degrees in Science (Co-op) in Biological Science, Chemistry, Computer Science, Integrative Neuroscience, Integrated Mathematics & Computer Science, Forensic Science, Physics, and Mathematics for Science and Industry. The Computer Science BSc (Honours) program includes specializations in Digital Media and Data Science as well as a co-op option. The Computer Science MSc and Ph.D. programs are cross-faculty and are supported by over 30 research faculty, including three Canada Research Chairs.

Review of applications will begin on May 15, 2024 or until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants should submit in electronic format (as a single pdf file) a covering letter; a curriculum vitae including a list of publications; a statement of teaching interests/experience; evidence of high quality teaching; an outline of their present research program; a brief future research plan; and the names of three referees through the Ontario Tech website.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the UOIT Faculty Association and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the University and the UOIT Faculty Association collective agreement may be found on the Human Resources section of our website. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and annual salary increases are administered as per the terms outlined in the collective agreement.

Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and Indigenous Peoples in Canada will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people’s different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’s Accessibility Policy

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Expected Start Date: 7/1/2024

Link to apply: https://ontariotechu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/1086?c=ontariotechu