Position Description

The Departments of Computer Science and Electrical and Computer Engineering at Rice University, located in Houston, TX, invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in the area of computer systems, broadly defined, with anticipated start dates of July 1, 2025. One of these positions will be a primary appointment in Computer Science with a courtesy appointment in Electrical and Computer Engineering. The other will be a primary appointment in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a courtesy appointment in Computer Science. We seek outstanding candidates with research interests in engineering innovations that could transform the future of computing systems. Specific areas of interest include but are not limited to secure and privacy-preserving systems, trustworthy systems, disaggregated computing, cloud computing, systems for AI, embedded systems, in-memory computing, analog computing systems, emerging and novel computing systems, next-generation computing systems, algorithms for next-generation computing systems, IoT, energy-efficient computing/sensing systems, neuromorphic sensing and computing systems, operating systems and compilers for non-traditional computing systems, next-generation networking systems, and next-generation communication systems. 

These areas should not be considered limiting, and any candidate who believes their work directly impacts computing systems and algorithms/architectures for computing systems (broadly defined) is encouraged to apply. More experienced senior candidates amid transformative research projects and with particular experience building institutional equity across their fields may also be considered. 

The selected candidate will be expected to teach and develop undergraduate and graduate courses within their expertise; perform high-quality research in their specialized area and present findings from their research in peer-reviewed publications and conferences; establish a strong research program supported by extramural funding; be involved in service to the university and broader scientific community; and collaborate with faculty in diverse disciplines.  The successful candidate will be required to have a strong commitment to teaching, advising, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds.  

We seek greater representation of women, scholars of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and others who have historically been underrepresented in Computer Systems and Engineering; to attract international students from a wider range of countries and backgrounds; to accelerate progress in building a faculty and staff who are diverse in background and thought; and an inclusive environment that fosters interaction and understanding within our diverse community. 

About Rice University 

Rice University is a private, comprehensive research university located in the heart of Houston’s dynamic Museum District and adjacent to the Texas Medical Center.  It offers undergraduate and graduate degrees across eight schools and has a student body of approximately 4,000 undergraduate and 3,000 graduate students.  Rice consistently ranks among the top 20 national universities and the top 10 in undergraduate teaching (US News & World Report); its endowment ranks among the top 20 of US universities. 

About George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing 

The George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing ranks among the top 20 of undergraduate engineering programs (US News & World Report) and is strongly committed to nurturing the aspirations of faculty, staff, and students in an inclusive environment. The Rice CS and ECE departments have vibrant research programs in novel, leading-edge research areas, strong interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research cultures with great national and international visibility. The CS and ECE graduate programs are ranked #1 nationally in faculty productivity*. US News ranks the Electrical Engineering program #16 and Computer Engineering #19. Rice ranks #9 in Forbes' “America's Top Colleges” ranking. 

*http://news.rice.edu/2007/11/30/rices-electrical-engineering-and-computer-science-programs-rank-no- 1/ 

Qualifications

All candidates must have earned a Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field conferred by the year employment commences. All applicants should demonstrate excellence in scholarship, teaching, and collegial service. 

Application Instructions

The review of applications will commence on December 15, 2024, and candidates are encouraged to apply early in order to be given full consideration. Applications will continue to be accepted until January 1, 2025.   

To apply, please submit the following materials: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) research statement (up to 5 pages), (4) statement of teaching philosophy (up to 2 pages), and (5) statement of past and planned contributions to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion (up to 2 pages) to the job posting. The cover letter should state the department (CS or ECE) of primary interest to the candidate.  

In addition, candidates will be asked to provide the names and contact information for 3-5 references, who will be solicited for letters of recommendation at the time of application. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

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