Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Job Title: Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
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Rank: Associate Professor
About the Position:
The Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Lethbridge invites applications for the position of Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. The department of appointment is open as we are seeking an exceptional scholar who can strengthen our research capacity in machine learning and AI with applications to any discipline.
The successful candidate will have an established research portfolio and will demonstrate an ability to build an internationally recognized research program that will attract outstanding graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. The successful candidate will obtain competitively awarded external research funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and other granting agencies to support a vibrant, innovative, and collaborative research program and to train the next generation of scientists and innovators.
Qualifications:
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. (or equivalent), be within 10 years of receiving their highest degree, and be an exceptional emerging researcher, acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to lead in their field.
Application Process:
Applications for this position must include:
a letter of application
three of the applicant’s most influential publications (or other research contributions);
a comprehensive Canada Research Chair vision statement and research plan of no longer than 5 pages;
a statement no longer than 3 pages emphasizing their research mentorship experience, teaching philosophy, and their experiences in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion and decolonization within their practices.
Short-listed candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three academic referees.
For details on how to submit your application, please visit our Human Resources website at (use the Academic Postings tab). Enquiries may be directed to Dr. Jennifer Copeland, Associate Dean of Arts and Science at
The position will remain open until filled, with initial review of applications beginning on November 15, 2024. Please note that the offer of this tenure-track position is conditional on a successful Tier 2 Canada Research Chair application. The anticipated starting date for the position is January 1, 2026.
About University of Lethbridge:
Founded in 1967, on traditional Blackfoot land, the University of Lethbridge is home to 8,900 undergraduate and graduate students from around the world.
Employment equity statement:
uLethbridge is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and representative workforce that is reflective of the community we serve. The University welcomes all applications from qualified candidates including all employment equity groups of indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, racialized individuals and persons of diverse gender and sexual orientation protected under the Alberta Human rights code.
Required Documents Required Documents:
Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application
Three research contributions or most influential publications
CRC Research Plan
Mentorship and EDI statement
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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