Robotics Professor Position at UMass Amherst

3 weeks ago


Amherst, Massachusetts, United States UMass Amherst Full time
About the University:
UMass Amherst, a top-ranked public research university, offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. Our scenic Pioneer Valley location provides a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to urban centers. The Five Colleges (Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, Smith College) enhance our intellectual energy.

About the College of Engineering:
The College of Engineering is one of the top 30 public engineering schools in the country, recognized by U.S. News & World Report. With over $60 million in annual research expenditures and 20+ research centers, we're at the forefront of innovation and discovery. The Sustainable Engineering Laboratories building will offer immersive labs and learning spaces.

About CICS:
Celebrating 60 years of contributions to computing, the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) is home to ~975 graduate and ~2,000 undergraduate students with programs ranked among the top twenty-five in the nation. Following a decade of growth, CICS has 89 core faculty, including 20 ACM Fellows, 11 IEEE Fellows, and 38 NSF CAREER Award winners.

About Robotics@UMass:
A joint effort by CICS and the College of Engineering, Robotics@UMass is led by a team of seven core robotics faculty members with expertise in human-centered robotics, physical human-robot interaction, legged robots, soft robotics, micro/nano robotics, multi-robot systems, robot learning, and lifelong autonomy. We seek a new faculty member who can further elevate and contribute to our collaborative and supportive robotics community.

Job Description:
We invite applications for a full-time faculty position at the level of Associate or Full Professor; highly qualified candidates may additionally be considered for a Provost Professorship. The successful applicant will hold a joint appointment with CICS and the College of Engineering, with their tenure home selected in consultation with the candidate and the two colleges. This position will help strengthen collaboration between these colleges and shape the direction of the emerging robotics program during a time of investment and growth.

Requirements:
Applicants must hold a PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related area. They should have a research and teaching focus in robotics and show evidence of excellence in research, teaching, and service.

Estimated Salary:
$180,000 - $220,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

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