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Data Visualization Society · 4 months ago

Research Assistant Professor In Data Visualization

Stamford, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

The University of Connecticut is embarking on an innovative multi-year data science initiative located in Stamford, and they are seeking a Research Assistant Professor in Data Visualization. This role focuses on contributing to research and scholarship, securing funding, and mentoring students while promoting diversity and collaboration.

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Responsibilities

Contribute to research and scholarship through receipt of extramural funding

Producing high-quality publications

Presentations at prominent national and international academic conferences

Impact as measured through citations, exhibitions, festivals, and/or national recognition as through honorific awards

Excellent communication skills

An ability to secure funding

A collaborative predisposition are essential for this position

Mentoring of students is required

Broaden participation among members of under-represented groups as demonstrated through research, public engagement, and richness of diversity in the learning experience

Qualification

Data VisualizationDigital MediaResearch FundingAnimationInformation DesignComputer ScienceEntrepreneurial ExperienceCollaborationMentoringCommunication Skills

Required

Advanced degree (Masters) in Animation, Art, Computer Science, Digital Media, Information Design, or other appropriate fields. Equivalent foreign degrees are acceptable

Demonstrated success in securing extramural research funding

Strong portfolio demonstrating professional practice in digital visualization and information design (via animation, digital graphics, computer science, data analytics, etc.)

Prior industry or entrepreneurial experiences/collaborations

Superior written and oral communication skills

Preferred

Terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D, M.F.A., etc.) in Animation, Art, Computer Science, Digital Media, Information Design or other appropriate fields. Equivalent foreign degrees are acceptable

Experience in a collaborative environment with a diverse team

Evidence of serving as a mentor to students and/or as an advisor to businesses

Experience with technology commercialization (securing patents, startup formation, etc.)

Desire to be a part of an experimental cohort of energetic and ambitious data science research faculty who come from different disciplines, but together can contribute to substantive paradigm shifts

High-quality publication or exhibition record in data visualization