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University of California, Santa Barbara


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Santa Barbara, CA | United States


Job description

Senior Faculty Position in Autonomous Systems and Robotics

University of California Santa Barbara

Position overview

Salary range: The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See Table
3 for the salary range. A reasonable estimate for this position is between $150,000 to $400,000 commensurate with experience. "Off-scale salaries" and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. Percent time: 100% Anticipated start: July 1, 2024 or later Application Window

Open date: February 16, 2024

Next review date: Sunday, Apr 14, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Feb 4, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description


The College of Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the interdisciplinary area of Autonomous Systems and Robotics, with the goal of recruiting a highly inventive and visionary leader in this area. This unique opportunity allows candidates the choice of any Department in the College of Engineering as their primary association, or even opt for a shared appointment. The College seeks outstanding individuals with a pronounced research focus in Autonomous Systems and Robotics. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in cross disciplinary collaboration, leveraging expertise across various departments within the College and exemplifying the collaborative spirit for which UCSB is known. We are especially eager to explore potential intersections of Autonomous Systems and Robotics with other fields, and how such synergy can push the boundaries of innovation and research. We are particularly interested in candidates who can integrate Autonomous Systems and Robotics practices into broader applications, driving both theoretical advancements and practical implementations. Responsibilities include the development of an actively funded world-class research program of the highest quality and impact, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and recruitment and supervision of graduate students, among others. This is a senior position that will likely be appointed at the full professor level, but potentially also at the associate professor level in exceptional cases.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Engineering or Science discipline.

Preferred qualifications
  1. Associate or Full Professor at an academic institution or equivalent training and experience preferred.
  2. A demonstrated record of excellence in research and a proven ability as an outstanding teacher are desired.
  3. Successful candidates will have a strong record of collaborative, interdisciplinary research, and the proven ability to contribute to advancing and supporting Engineering curricula and student mentoring, and leverage synergies within the College of Engineering, and the campus.
Application Requirements

Document requirements Reference requirements Applicants are required to provide the names and contact information for a minimum of 3 references and may submit up to 2 additional optional references. The department intends to solicit letters of reference only for finalists.
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About UC Santa Barbara


The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

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Santa Barbara, CA

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