Assistant or Associate Professor in Artificial Intelligence
Listed on 2026-03-12
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Education / Teaching
University Professor
Position Title
Assistant or Associate Professor in Artificial Intelligence
LocationAthens Area
Employment TypeEmployee
Start Date08/01/2026
Position SummaryThe School of Computing (SoC) and the Institute of Artificial Intelligence (IAI) at the University of Georgia invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position starting August 2026. The position will be a joint hire between the SoC and IAI with SoC being the tenure home.
Final date to receive applicationsApplications will be accepted until the position remains open, however, all applications received by January 5, 2026 will receive full consideration. For questions about the position, contact Dr. Gagan Agrawal and/or Dr. Prashant Doshi, Directors of the School of Computing and Institute for AI, respectively.
Minimum QualificationsPh.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
Additional RequirementsApplicants for an Assistant Professor should hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field with a strong record of high-quality publications. Candidates for Associate Professor position should also have an established record of external research funding and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates for Associate rank with tenure must have qualifications and academic credentials that are commensurate with promotion and tenure guidelines at the University of Georgia and must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire.
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We are seeking candidates with backgrounds or interest in all aspects of Artificial Intelligence, with an emphasis on health-oriented, human-centered, or gaming AI, and its ethical considerations.
Is this a Position of Trust?No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?No
Does this position require a P-Card?No
Is driving a responsibility of this position?No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)No
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