Posting Detail Information Working TitleAssistant Professor in Computer Science, Quantum Algorithms Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person Posting Number202400276F Proposed Annual Salary Range$115,000 - $125,000 (Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.) Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! Position TypeFaculty Work Hours/Week40 Description of Work Unit Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities. The Department of Computer Science has 1100 undergraduate majors and 279 graduate students in our Masters and Ph.D. programs as of Fall 2023. The department increased its number of undergraduate women studying CS by 126% and increased its number of graduate women studying CS by 104% between 2018 and 2022, supported by a Northeastern Center for Inclusive Computing best practices grant. The department’s 22 tenure-track faculty are strong in research programs in algorithms, artificial intelligence, software engineering, big data, bioinformatics, computer vision, distributed systems, augmented and virtual reality, networks, parallel computing, security, and computer science education. It has 10 non-tenure track faculty members who assist with the department’s teaching mission. And 15 staff members who support the overall teaching and research missions of the department. Colorado State University is a Carnegie Research I institution located in Fort Collins, Colorado – 60 miles north of Denver, and situated at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. While living in Fort Collins, you can expect world-class hiking, skiing, camping, and biking at your doorstep. Boasting the community of a small town with the amenities of a big city, you can tour our 28 craft breweries, observe the beauty of the Horsetooth Reservoir, or visit our historic Old Town for its family-friendly common space. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, Fort Collins offers an ideal climate for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Further strengthened by relationships with CSU , Fort Collins has become a thriving center for high-tech as well as world-class outdoor recreational opportunities, courtesy of the Rocky Mountains. Its vibrant arts scene, excellent schools, and thriving job market make it a perfect place to live, work, and play. Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes % Research45 % Teaching45 % Service10 % Administration0 To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on10/21/2024 Number of Vacancies2 Desired Start Date08/16/2025 Position End Date Position Summary The Department of Computer Science at Colorado State University ( CSU ) invites applications for two (2) tenure-track positions at the level of Assistant Professor beginning Fall 2025. The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor or, in exceptional cases, the rank of Associate Professor. Appointment to the rank of Associate Professor requires an established record of high-quality teaching and scholarship/research with a strong prospect for continuation. This is a full-time, 9-month position with a start date of August 16, 2025. The candidate must demonstrate the potential for excellence in research, teaching, and service that is consistent with that of a Carnegie R1 university. A Ph.D. in computer science or closely-related field is required at the beginning of the appointment.The department is specifically looking for candidates with expertise in the following areas: + Quantum Algorithms, + Quantum Communications, + Quantum Encryption and Decryption, + Quantum Optimization Methods, + Software to support Quantum Sensing and Quantum Computing, and/or + Quantum AI and Machine Learning. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Required Job Qualifications + Ph.D. in computer science or closely-related field by the start of the appointment. + Record of scholarly publications in the field of Quantum Computing. Preferred Job Qualifications + Ability to contribute to research. + Ability to teach computer science courses at all levels. + Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion. + Ability to procure external funding. Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration,applications should be received by 11:59 pm (Mountain Time) on or before October 21, 2024. An application includes a cover letter, complete CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of research philosophy, a statement of commitment to diversity and inclusion, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Reference letters are only required for semi-finalists. Letter writers will receive an email with a link to submit their letter once semi-finalists are identified.Letters of recommendation must be received within two (2) weeks of our notification to the letterwriter. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Application materials of semi-finalist candidates, including letters of recommendation, will be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department of Computer Science.Mail-in applications and/or letters of recommendation cannot be accepted. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu. The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) . Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Search ContactBruce.Draper@colostate.edu Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryResearch Duty/Responsibility + This faculty member will perform research in the area of Quantum Algorithms, actively seek research funding to support their research, and supervise graduate and undergraduate students. Percentage Of Time45 Job Duty CategoryTeaching Duty/Responsibility + Course load is 2.5 courses per year, with reduced course load until tenure. + The faculty member will teach courses in their area of expertise and other courses at all levels. Percentage Of Time45 Job Duty CategoryService and Outreach Duty/Responsibility + Faculty members are expected to contribute to the department, university and discipline through reviewing, participation in conference organization, department and university self-governance and other activities. + Outreach activities that promote diversity and inclusion are strongly supported. Percentage Of Time10 References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Curriculum Vitae + Statement of Teaching Philosophy + Statement of Research Philosophy + Statement of Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Optional Documents