Assistant Research Professor, Center of Innovation, Technology and Aging

Assistant Research Professor, Center of Innovation, Technology and Aging

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Location:

4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33620
• Posted: 05/07/2025 4:02 PM
• Seniority:
Entry level
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Employment type:

Full‑time (research)

The Center of Innovation, Technology and Aging (CITA) and the Bellini College of AI, Cybersecurity and Computing (CAICC) jointly invite applications for a non‑tenure‑earning Assistant Research Professor. The role will conduct research aligned with CITA’s vision, teach undergraduate and graduate computer science courses (two courses per academic year), and mentor students under guidance from the Center Director. The position is renewable for up to two years and candidates should start by summer 2025.

• Conduct research in AI/ML, robotics, human‑computer interaction, or related areas focused on aging, neurodegenerative disease, and related conditions.
• Publish in high‑impact venues and develop grant proposals in collaboration with CITA faculty.
• Teach up to two computer science courses per academic year, including modules aligned with research.
• Mentor graduate students and support departmental activities.

• Minimum: Doctoral degree in computer science or related field from an accredited institution and a record of academic research meeting university criteria for an assistant professor.
• Preferred: Strong publication record in high‑impact venues; experience leading multidisciplinary research in aging or related fields; expertise in AI, robotics, or HCI; ability to develop and fund research grants.

Submit a cover letter, CV, statements on research and teaching goals, and contact information for at least three references as a single PDF via the USF application portal. Applications must be received by the advertised deadline or the position may be filled.

• Position funded by non‑recurring funds and contingent on continued funding.
• May be subject to Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check and foreign‑influence screening under HB 7017.
• Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations; please request at least five working days before the needed date.

The University of South Florida is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The university maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and persons with disabilities.