Assistant Professor (2 positions) in applied artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) and data science – University of Wyoming

Posted on November 3, 2022

Assistant Professor in applied artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) and data science (Laramie, Wyoming)

The Department of Zoology and Physiology at the University of Wyoming is partnering in a broad cluster hire initiative in applied artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) and data science led by a new School of Computing. Through the cluster hire we invite applications for 2 tenure-track faculty members at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2023. The position will be held jointly between the School of Computing (tenure home) and the Department of Zoology and Physiology with 60% in the School of Computing and 40% in the Department of Zoology and Physiology. The reappointment, tenure, and promotion home will be in the School of Computing.

There are two positions: 1) New Tools and Novel Approaches for Enabling Applications of Advanced AI/ML and Big Data; and 2) STEM Applications of Advanced AI/ML and Big Data.

Through this opportunity, the Department of Zoology and Physiology seeks a candidate who conducts research that bridges the fields of Zoology, Physiology, Ecology, and/or Neurobiology with the field of data science including advanced AI/ML and big data. We are a multidisciplinary department and are especially interested in candidates that 1) develop new tools and novel approaches for enabling applications of AI/ML and 2) facilitate applications of AI/ML to animal behavior, evolutionary biology, neurobiology, population and community ecology, physiology, and wildlife and fisheries ecology and conservation.

Potential candidates should visit the job description at the following links to apply and for information on the desired qualifications and application details for this position:

1) New Tools and Novel Approaches for Enabling Applications of Advanced AI/ML and Big Data: https://eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/223009/?utm_medium=jobshare

2) STEM Applications of Advanced AI/ML and Big Data: https://eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/223016/?utm_medium=jobshare

These positions will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 11/30/22 will receive full consideration. Questions should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Gabrielle Allen (gdallen@uwyo.edu).

University of Wyoming is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

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