The University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is seeking a faculty member with expertise in foundational AI and machine learning to address complex societal challenges and advance deep learning and foundation models, natural language processing, signal processing, learning theory, optimization, and related areas.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related field by the start date
- Excellent academic record
- Vision for an innovative, significant and impactful research program
- Skills to implement research program
- Commitment to high-quality undergraduate and graduate instruction and mentoring
- Experience and scholarly credentials that meet the tenure standards of the UW-Madison Physical Sciences Divisional Committee and the College of Engineering (for Associate and Full Professor candidates)
- Expertise in foundational AI and machine learning
Responsibilities
- Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and contributing to curriculum updates and innovations
- Mentoring graduate students and supervising their research
- Developing and directing a successful, extramurally funded research program
- Participating in departmental and university shared governance
- Contributing to professional and public service
- Conducting research that is of vital importance to society
- Serving Wisconsin, our nation, and the world through professional pursuits
Other
- Required Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related field by the start date
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment
- Excellent communication and teaching skills
- Ability to mentor graduate students and supervise their research
