Assistant Research Professor, Center of Innovation, Technology and Aging

Assistant Research Professor, Center of Innovation, Technology and Aging

Location:

4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33620, US

• Job Identification: 38406
• Job Category:
  Visiting Researcher
• Posting Date: 05/07/2025 04:02 PM
• Degree Level: Doctorate Degree
• Essential Personnel:
  No

The Center of Innovation, Technology and Aging (CITA) and the Bellini College of AI, cybersecurity and computing (CAICC) are jointly seeking to hire an Assistant Research Professor (non‑tenure earning) whose research aligns with CITA’s vision and who can teach computer science undergraduate and graduate courses. The preferred candidate will hold a PhD in computer science or a related field from an accredited institution.

Successful candidates will be mentored by the Center Director for research and grant‑proposal development. This recruitment is for a non‑tenure earning full‑time research position, renewable for up to two years. The expected teaching load is two courses per academic year, with some courses possibly in the candidate’s research area. Successful candidates can start as early as summer 2025.

An application packet should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements describing research and teaching experience and goals, and the names and contact information of at least three references. Applicants must electronically submit the application packet as one PDF file.

• Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in academic research.
• Must meet university criteria for appointment equivalent to that required of the rank of Assistant Professor.

• Completed a PhD in computer science or a related area from an accredited institution.
• Strong research record with multiple publications in high impact venues.
• Ability to lead and collaborate on aging‑related multidisciplinary research and grant‑proposal development with faculty from CITA and CAICC.
• Expertise in AI/ML, robotics, human‑computer interaction (HCI), and related fields to develop innovative biomarkers, condition monitoring methods, assistance technologies, and intervention approaches.

This position is subject to Foreign Influence Screening under House Bill 7017 (“HB 7017”), requiring thorough review of certain applicants for positions involving research. Funding is non‑recurring and conditioned on the continuation of those funds. The position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process;

requests should be made at least five (5) working days prior to the needed accommodation. Contact the USF ADA Lead (hr‑ADA‑Request) to coordinate your request.

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.