Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, Artificial - Edmonton, Canada - University of Alberta

University of Alberta
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Department Faculty of Arts - Media Tech Studies (MTS)


Posted date February 9, 2023


Closing date Will remain open until filled.


Position Type Full Time


Description:

This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).


Location:
Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton.


Position Summary


This position is part of a University of Alberta cluster hire in the areas of research strength that include health, energy and Indigenous initiatives in health and humanities, among others.

The University of Alberta is world-renowned for its strength in AI; this cohort will bring together and foster the next generation of scientists leading the development of machine learning for societal benefit, fulfilling Amii's mandate of AI for good and all


Minimum Qualifications

  • A terminal degree (PhD or MFA/MDes or equivalent) in a relevant field
  • An innovative and robust research program in the field of AI, demonstrated by a strong record of publications and presentations in important venues, or a record of diverse research experiences, such as research creation or communityengaged scholarship;
  • A trackrecord of successful research funding (especially in the case of applicants who already hold a tenuretrack position);
  • A clear plan for future research;

Unit/Faculty Summary


Media and Technology Studies (MTS) is an interdisciplinary unit within the Faculty of Arts, with growing undergraduate programs in Media Studies; Science, Technology & Society; and Computer Game Design, as well as a graduate program in Digital Humanities and an MA in Communications and Technology.

MTS offers a vibrant and supportive work environment for new and established academics, with outstanding support for research and teaching.


Working at the University of Alberta


Established in 1908 as a board-governed, public institution, the University of Alberta is one of the leading Universities in Canada based on the reputation and strength in service, teaching and research.

The main campus of the University of Alberta is located in Alberta's capital, the City of Edmonton, The Edmonton metropolitan area is the sixth largest in Canada, with a population of nearly 1.5 million.

Edmonton is home to Canada's second-largest urban Indigenous population, with over 76,000 residents who identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis.

It has the second largest Indigenous population and the fourth largest Black population of any Canadian city.

Nearly 10% of Edmonton's population is of South Asian origin and 16% of East and Southeast Asian origin, with growing numbers of Edmontonians of Filipino, Latin American and Middle Eastern origins.

The Edmonton public school system offers bilingual education for children in French, German, Hebrew, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), and American Sign Language.

amiskwaciy Academy offers Cree as a high school credit and has started an Aboriginal study course in junior high school.

The University of Alberta serves over 39,000 students in almost 400 undergraduate, graduate and professional programs.

The University is home to a diverse and welcoming community of over 1,300 Indigenous students from various Nations and communities.

In 2022, the University's Indigenous Strategic Plan was implemented, reflecting an important step in our institution's commitment to reconciliation in post-secondary education and research, addressing the historical legacy of the residential school system and Canada's colonial history in a meaningful and lasting way.

The University's principles and actions and its EDI Strategic Plan are underpinned by respect for the dignity, rights, and full participation of all those who live, work, and learn within the university.

The Academic Success Centre administers the University of Alberta's Duty to Accommodate procedure for students, and works with students, instructors, campus units, Faculties and departments, community and government agencies, and on and off-campus service providers to coordinate students' medical and non-medical accommodation needs for participation in University of Alberta academic programs.


How to- _ curriculum vitae_ that includes the names of three referees (CV);
- _ research statement_ that outlines main areas of current and future research (2 pages max) (submit as attachment under "Research Plan" option);
- _ teaching dossier_ that includes evidence of or potential for teaching effectiveness. This can include a brief description of your approach to teaching or brief descriptions of a few courses you have taught or would be interested in teaching. Full syllabi are not required (submit as one attachment under "Statement of Teaching/Research Interest" option);
- at least one _sample _of written or creative work _(submit as one attachment under "List of Publications" option).

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals select
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