GRAZ UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY SEEKS:
University
Professor of Visual Computing (m/f/x)
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At the Department of Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering
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Permanent employment contract (according §98 UOG)
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Application Deadline: June 1st, 2023
Graz
University of Technology is the oldest science and technology research and educational institute in Austria For over 200
years, it has been an important university in the international research and education network of science The university achieves
top performances in its five Fields of Expertise and boasts intensive collaboration with other national and international research and
educational establishments and with business and industry worldwide
The
Department of Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering at Graz University of Technology is an internationally highly
ranked department committed to excellence in research and teaching The research at the department covers a broad spectrum of
topics that are reflected in our main research areas Biomedical Engineering, Safety and Security, Artificial Intelligence, and Visual
Computing We are proud of our outstanding basic and applied research and encourage interdisciplinary projects Moreover, our
department fosters a close dialogue with industry and encourages and supports the creation of spin off companies
JOB
DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a candidate with proven scientific expertise who will represent the field of Visual Computing in research
and
teaching. The following areas are of particular interest: Computer graphics, image processing, visualization, computer vision ,
virtual, mixed and augmented reality, and machine learning for visual computing.
The professorship will be part of the Institute of Computer Graphics and Vision which is an internationally visible research
environment with more than 70 researchers. The successful candidate will complement the existing strengths in the department,
will build an internationally visible group, will be an engaged teacher in the Computer Science programs at the Bachelor’s,
Master’s, and PhD level, and will actively participate in academic self administration.
At the Department of Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering undergraduate courses are taught in German or English,
graduate courses are taught in English.
REQUIREMENTS
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A completed university education with a doctoral degree (PhD) in a relevant field.
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A relevant habilitation ( venia docendi ) or an equivalent
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Excellent scientific achievements.
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Excellent didactic and pedagogical skills.
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Management and leadership abilities.
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Excellent command of English and command of German or the willingness to acquire it
We also value
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International experience and integration in the international research community.
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Experience with acquisition of research grants and/or industrial collaboration.
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Experience in gender equality and diversity.
We
expect the successful candidate to transfer her or his residence to the area of Graz.
OUR OFFER
The advertised position is a tenured full professorship with a competitive salary. The university will provide funding for on
e o r more
PhD students (research and teaching assistants) and the necessary research equipment.
Graz University of Technology provides excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific community, combined with the
outstanding living quality of the Graz area. We also support your partner’s career development through a dual career office a nd
assist with the relocation process. A combination of national and European agencies provides an excellent funding landscape a nd
ample opportunities exist to collaborate with industry.
APPLICATION
Interested applicants are requested to submit the online application (
csbme.tugraz.at/go/applications/visualcomputing/apply) including:
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a CV (with copies of diplomas);
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a list of publications highlighting the 5 most important publications;
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a research statement describing past and planned research activities (5 pages max.);
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a teaching statement (5 pages max.) and evaluations of past teaching activities (if available); and
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names and contact information of two references
Please
send your application to the dean of the department of Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering at
csbme.tugraz.at/go/applications/visualcomputing apply by June 1st, 2023 at the latest
The hearings for the professorship will take place in the week of September 18th, 2023. Candidates should be available for
interviews in this period.
The Graz University of Technology strives to increase the proportion of women, especially in leading positions and in scientific
staff, and therefore expressly invites qualified women to apply. Until a balanced numerical ratio is achieved, priority will be given to
women in case of equal qualifications.
Graz University of Technology actively strives for diversity and equal opportunities. Candidates must not be discriminated against
on grounds of their gender, ethnic origin, religion or world view, age or sexual orientation (anti discrimination).
Individuals with disabilities who have relevant qualifications are expressly invited to apply