Connectionists: Faculty Position in Computational Neuroscience at Fordham University

[Daniel Leeds]

Fordham University invites applications for two tenure track Assistant
Professor positions in the Department of Computer and Information
Science (CIS) to start in Fall 2022. We welcome candidates in the
areas of computational neuroscience, artificial intelligence,
bioinformatics, data science, theoretic computer science, and
cybersecurity to apply.

The positions require a Ph.D. in Computer Science or related fields, a
commitment to teaching excellence, good communication skills, and
demonstrated research potential with the ability to attract external
research funding.

Applications can be electronically submitted to Interfolio Scholar
Services through the following links. The following are required: (1)
Cover letter with qualifications, (2) Curriculum vitae, (3) Research
Statement, (4) Teaching Statement (5) Sample scholarship, and (6) At
least three letters of recommendation.

For candidates in computational neuroscience, bioinformatics and
related fields, apply at: http://apply.interfolio.com/57950, and
contact Dr. Daniel Leeds (dleeds at fordham.edu) for inquiries.
For candidates in data science, AI, theoretic computer science and
cybersecurity, apply at: http://apply.interfolio.com/98699, and
contact Dr. Yanjun Li (yli at fordham.edu) for inquiries.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, however,
it is recommended that you submit your application by March 1st, 2022.

The Department of Computer and Information Sciences at Fordham
University offers undergraduate programs, master of science programs
in Computer Science, Data Science, and Cybersecurity, and (starting
Fall 2022) Ph.D. in Computer Science. The department actively
participates in joint instruction and research through the
interdisciplinary integrative neuroscience program, in collaboration
with Biology, Natural Sciences, and Psychology departments.  For
information about the department, visit http://www.cis.fordham.edu.

Fordham University is proud to be one of only 13 institutions
specifically designated in Ambassador Luce’s bequest to receive
funding in perpetuity to support women in STEM; this support includes
opportunities for Fordham students as well as funding for a Clare
Boothe Luce Professorship. The finalist for this faculty position may
also be eligible for further consideration for a Clare Boothe Luce
Professorship for beginning tenure-track faculty.

Fordham is an independent, Catholic University in the Jesuit tradition
in New York City committed to excellence through diversity. Fordham is
an equal opportunity employer, and we especially encourage women,
people of color, veterans and people with disabilities to apply.