University of Florida · 3 weeks ago
Professor and Chair, Computer & Information Science & Engineering
Gainesville, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveThe University of Florida is a leading public university recognized for its exceptional academic programs and research initiatives. The role of Professor and Chair of the Department of Computer & Information Science & Engineering involves overseeing departmental operations, developing educational and research visions, and fostering a collaborative environment among faculty and students.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Developing, with faculty, a compelling vision for advancement of the department in education and research programs
Fostering a collaborative and collegial departmental environment
Facilitating/mentoring scholarly and professional growth of faculty, particularly early-career members
Recruiting and retaining a faculty and student body
Committing to shared governance
Enhancing working partnerships with other UF colleges, departments and administrations as well as industry and government agencies
Engaging with corporate, governmental, alumni and other private stakeholders to elevate visibility and support
Qualification
Required
Applicants must hold a doctorate in CISE or a closely related discipline
Possess a record of distinguished scholarship and external research funding
Excellence in teaching, commensurate with appointment at the Full Professor level
Demonstrate a strong commitment to high academic standards
Leadership and effective communication skills
Robust experience in mentorship, encouraging a wide range of perspectives
Expanding sponsored research programs
A forward-looking view of the role of engineering education and research in society
Commitment to shared governance and the professional development of others
Experience with external engagement and development, such as industry partnerships, alumni outreach, fundraising
Company
University of Florida
University of Florida is a public land-grant research university in Gainesville, Florida.
Founded in 1853
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.83MKey Investors
Align TechnologyUS Department of EnergyNFWF
2025-06-02Grant
2024-09-17Grant· $2M
2024-09-10Grant· $0.18M
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Sri Kalyanaraman
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Chris Cowen
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