Professor and Chair in Artificial Intelligence - Department of Computer Science

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

PROFESSOR (PERMANENT) AND NRF-DST SARCHI CHAIR IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (THREE-YEAR CONTRACT) (ONE POST)

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development. Based on the research profile of the candidate, the University reserves the right to offer both or only one of the posts.

Responsibilities

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Teaching Computer Science at undergraduate, Honours and Masters level and performing administration in the Department of Computer Science (20% of load);
• Producing high impact research output in artificial intelligence;
• Supervising postgraduate students;
• Mentoring young academics to build their careers as academics in the field of artificial intelligence;
• Managing the DST-NRF grant covering subvention, administration and technical staff salaries, funds for bursaries, equipment and travel.

Minimum Requirements

Professor:

• A PhD-degree in Computer Science;
• Excellent academic status in Artificial Intelligence;
• A proven research and journal publications record;
• International recognition as a researcher;
• Experience in the successful graduation of PhD graduates;
• Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.

SARChI Chair in Artificial Intelligence

• A full professor in Computer Science;
• Has a major impact in an area of artificial intelligence;
• Internationally recognised as a leader in the field;
• An outstanding record in successful supervision of postgraduate students;
• A high level of citations and h-index.

Required Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Behavioural Attributes)

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Added Advantages and Preferences

• Teambuilding experience;
• International recognition;
• An exceptional research record;
• Experience in attracting external/international funding.

The all-inclusive remuneration package for this contract position will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.

Applicants are requested to apply online using the link below.

In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
• Self-evaluation and brief research plan.

Closing date: 14 February 2019

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

Enquiries: Prof N Pillay, Tel: (012) 420 3578 or E-mail: npillay@cs.up.ac.za

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials. The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.