Professor in Computer Science

Professor in Computer Science

Specialization: Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

About the role

The College of Science and Engineering seeks an ambitious and dynamic Professor with internationally proven expertise in (but not limited to) Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Science. The American University of Malta is a small and growing institition that offers unique opportunities to lead the development and growth of this field. The College supports a protfolio of programmes that spans computer science and engineering with opportunities to work in inter-disciplinary research and teaching. 

About you 

The ideal candidate will have a proven research and teaching track record in data science and artificial intelligence applications. You will be expected to be  publishing in high quality international journals, attracting strategic research grant funding, teaching cutting-edge courses, and possessing the capability to advance the College’s academic and collaborative missions. You will contribute to and enhance teaching on the MSc and BSc Data Science/Computer Science programmes with specific responsibility to cover core-teaching requirements and contribute to other teaching as agreed. A professional commitment to creative, high quality teaching is expected. You will have excellent communication and leadership skills, proiven team development abilities and a willingness to work flexibly. 

About AUM 

The American University of Malta is small and young, existing for 8 years. It is located in the stunning medieval area of the Three Cities in Malta, close to Valletta. We believe in supporting academic freedom to create and partner in delivering life changing research and teaching. We are looking to focus on technology and professional education and we are at the beginning of a growth phase. We embrace diversity and social justive through our work and encourage creative thinking in our scholastic pursuits. 

Benefits 

We offer competitive salaries with 30 days annual leave, health care insurance and a relocation package. We have a range of work life balance and professional development policies with a personal research budget given to all faculty members. 

Person Specification 

Essential

• Advanced level of proficiency and communicative competence in English;
• PhD in Data Science and/or Computer Science and experience of teaching it at undergraduate Level
• Experience of the administration of courses and modules in British/Western universities;
• Excellent organisation, communication and inter-personal skills;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• An excellent team player;
• A willingness to work flexibly as required. 

Desirable

• Documented excellence in classroom teaching;
• Documented excellence as an academic and career advisor to college students;
• Experience addressing needs of students from diverse backgrounds and cultures;
• Experience with assessment of student learning and programme evaluation and coordination;
• Evidence of professional publications and/or presentations in Data Science research;
• Enthusiasm for one’s field and a commitment to staying current.
• Experience in teaching Blockchain and Security modules. 

Salary on offer is competitive and negotiable. 

Application Process:

Submit the following materials via [application portal/email] by 02/07/25:

• Cover Letter addressing alignment with the position’s teaching, research, and diversity goals.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) including publications, teaching experience, and grants.
• Teaching /Research/Diversity Statement 

Inquiries:

Contact Dr Ian Robson at ian.robson@aum.edu.mt for questions.

Interested applicants must submit the following documents via email to hr@aum.edu.mt with the subject “Computer Science”

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