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Faculty Hiring

The University of South Florida invites applications for tenure-track positions at all ranks.

College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing

Applications are invited for multiple tenured and tenure-track faculty positions at all ranks in the new College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing (CAICC) at the University of South Florida (USF). This new college presents a rare opportunity to join a forward-looking institution dedicated to high-impact research. USF seeks candidates whose research aligns with strategic, high-potential areas for federal funding, such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, software engineering, systems, networking, AR/VR, human-centered computing, social networks, hardware design/test/ automation, ethics and societal implications of technology. Faculty joining CAICC will have the unique advantage of shaping the direction of a college poised for tremendous growth in reputation and research impact.

All candidates should have an established record of high-quality research publications in selective venues, a commitment to excellence in teaching, and a willingness to build collaborative research agendas. Candidates for senior-level (Associate/Full Professors) positions should also have an established research program with current funding. We expect successful candidates to contribute to our broadening participation in computing initiatives consistent with federal funding agency expectations. Candidates must have completed a PhD in computer science or a related discipline by the start time of the position. Successful candidates could start in the Fall of 2025.

CAICC offers an ideal environment for building a fulfilling career. Faculty members benefit from USF’s commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, with opportunities for dual appointments across the university, connections to specialized institutes like the USF Institute for Artificial Intelligence + X, and partnerships with leading centers such as the Florida Center for Cybersecurity (CyberFlorida), the Center for Innovation, Technology, and Aging (CITA) and the Rapid7 Cyber Threat Intelligence Lab.

Launching in Fall 2025, the new College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing (CAICC) will be seeded by faculty and staff from USF's current Department of Computer Science and Engineering. CAICC will open with a strong foundation of 36 tenure-track faculty, 17 instructional faculty, and a diverse student body across BS, MS, and PhD programs, serving over 3,150 students. Faculty honors include eleven NSF CAREER awardees and numerous fellows of prestigious organizations like IEEE and AAAS. Positioned within the top 15% of U.S. Computer Science programs, the faculty boasts a robust research portfolio, with $4.5 million in recent annual research funding from major federal and industry sources, setting the stage for continued excellence and growth.

USF’s bold investment in CAICC reflects its strategic vision for rapid expansion and influence in AI, cybersecurity, and computing on a national and global scale. The college has support to double its faculty in the next four years. It is a plan driven by increased federal and state funding opportunities and supported by USF’s recent induction into the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). Faculty will be part of a growth trajectory fostering a pioneering research and development culture, creating unmatched opportunities to advance their careers in an institution that values innovation, societal impact, and academic excellence.

The University of South Florida, a high-impact research university dedicated to student success and committed to community engagement, generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. With campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF serves approximately 50,000 students who represent nearly 150 different countries. For five consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked USF as one of the nation’s top 50 public universities, including the current USF ranking of 45. In 2023, USF became the first public university in Florida in nearly 40 years to be invited to join the Association of American Universities, a prestigious group of the leading universities in the United States and Canada. Through $461 millions dollars in research expenditure in 2022-23 and as one of top universities in the world for securing new patents, USF is a leader in solving global problems and improving lives. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at https://www.usf.edu.

An application package should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements describing research and teaching experience and goals, and the names and contact information of at least three references. Applicants must electronically submit the application packet as one PDF file to: https://www.usf.edu/work-at- usf/careers. For consideration, please apply to the appropriate position level (Assistant Professor search Job ID # 38364, Associate Professor search Job ID #38363, Full Professor, search Job ID # 38362). Applications will be considered starting immediately until the positions are filled.

USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace. The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race/color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other unlawful basis. Dual career couples with questions about opportunities are encouraged to contact the Department chair. To request disability accommodations in the application and interview process, please notify Wendy Stoneman-Shelby, the EOL Coordinator at (813) 974-4857 at least five working days in advance.

Pursuant to Title IX, USF does not discriminate on the basis of sex in education programs or activities that it operates. Such protection extends to students, employees, admission, and employment. Questions or inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator or to the U.S. Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights. The most current contact information for the USF Title IX Coordinator and resources can be found on the USF Title IX webpage at https://www.usf.edu/title-ix.