Old Dominion University ยท 3 months ago
Faculty in Data Sciences - Critical Infrastructure and Data Transformation (CID) to Advance National Security
Norfolk, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelOld Dominion University is seeking applicants for a faculty position in Data Sciences, focusing on Critical Infrastructure and Data Transformation to advance national security. The role includes developing a research program in AI and data science, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and collaborating with various departments and external research facilities.
EducationInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Develop/maintain a vibrant, externally funded interdisciplinary research program in artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML) and data science with a primary focus on application on critical infrastructure and national security
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
Collaborate with other faculty in School of Data Science, Batten College of Engineering & Technology, and Office of Enterprise Research and Innovation
Establish collaborations with the newly formed Brock Virginia Health Sciences, as well as scientists at the nearby federal research facilities such as Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab), NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC) and Navy Surface Warfare Center in the Hampton Road Region
Qualification
Required
A Ph.D. or equivalent in Data Science, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Engineering, Mathematics, or a closely related field is required
Candidates applying for a senior faculty appointment (Associate Professor or Professor) must have academic records that merit a tenured appointment in the School of Data Science
A strong publication record in data sciences/AI/ML
Strong record of externally funded grants
Excellent skills to interact and communicate clearly with internal and external constituencies
Company
Old Dominion University
Old Dominion University is Virginia's forward-focused research university with rigorous academics, an energetic residential community, entrepreneurial research and collaboration, and initiatives that contribute nearly $2.6 billion annually to Virginia's economy.
Founded in 1930
1001-5000 employees
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Michael McShane
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Yiannis Papelis
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