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Faculté d'ingénierie et d'informatique, Université de Victoria
Research Stream Faculty Positions at the Intersection of Software Engineering and AI
We invite applications from talented scholars for one of four tenure-track positions at the assistant professor level working at the intersection of Software Engineering and AI to commence January 1, 2026, or soon thereafter. Qualified candidates must have a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical or Computer Engineering (with a research focus in Software), or an equivalent field or be within a year of completion. The candidate must have a demonstrated record of research accomplishment, including publications in top international conference venues that may include ICSE, FSE, ASE, ICSME and ESEM, or in top journals in Software Engineering such as TOSEM, TSE, EMSE, JSS or other high-quality journals in more specific software engineering topics such as Security, Testing etc. The candidate should have a clear plan for developing an outstanding research program at the intersection of Software Engineering and AI (or related areas).
Applicants must have a commitment to teaching software engineering courses at the senior undergraduate level (3rd and 4th year) as part of our Bachelor of Software Engineering Program, graduate software engineering courses, and be able to teach a variety of software engineering courses at the undergraduate level (1st and 2nd year). Prior teaching experience is preferred. Applicants must provide a plan for graduate student supervision, with prior experience in supervising or mentoring students considered an asset. Applicants must display the required professionalism to operate in a collegial academic environment, with evidence of collaboration considered an asset. Complementary expertise to existing faculty in the program is considered an asset.
Given the impact of Generative AI on Software Engineering, as well as how Software Engineering will need to evolve to support the development of Generative AI infused applications, we encourage applicants that are engaged with these topics as part of their existing or future research program.
Les qualifications du candidat, son expérience et la demande globale du marché détermineront l'offre salariale finale du candidat. Le salaire pour ce poste comprend une fourchette salariale compétitive de $116,420 - $143,813. L'UVic s'engage à offrir un salaire équitable et compétitif, assorti d'un ensemble d'avantages sociaux généreux, de congés admissibles et d'un régime de retraite.
L'université de Victoria est régulièrement classée dans le peloton de tête des universités canadiennes à forte intensité de recherche. Nous nous attaquons à des questions essentielles pour les personnes, les lieux et la planète. Située dans la région du Pacifique, notre situation géographique nous incite à repousser les limites, à découvrir et à innover de manière passionnante. Nous vivons, apprenons, travaillons et explorons à la limite de ce qui nous attend - pour notre planète et ses habitants, en particulier les peuples indigènes de la région. Nous reconnaissons avec respect les peuples Songhees, Esquimalt et WSÁNEĆ, sur le territoire traditionnel desquels se trouve l'université et dont les relations historiques avec la terre se poursuivent encore aujourd'hui.
The Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, through the Departments of Computer Science and Electrical & Computer Engineering, feature an outstanding and internationally recognized software engineering research group. The faculty offers various engineering and science undergraduate programs, including the CEAB accredited Bachelor of Software Engineering degree program. Most of the undergraduate programs in these departments feature a software option or specialization. The faculty also offers a variety of Professional and Research Masters and PhD programs. In the latest Leiden ranking, UVic placed top five in Canada for its proportionate research impact in all sciences, and first in mathematics and computer science. Victoria is a great place to live and boasts a vibrant high-tech sector with over 900 companies on Vancouver Island. The faculty has members from across the globe and a commitment to achieving gender parity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
To support accreditation of our engineering programs by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board, the successful candidate will have or will obtain either a P.Eng, P.L.Eng, or Eng.L. license, issued by Engineers and Geoscientists BC within two years of the candidate’s appointment. Obtaining a limited license is straightforward for candidates with a computer science or software engineering background.
To be considered, please submit an application package including a cover letter that addresses the full scope of the job requirements, along with your curriculum vitae, research statement and up to three selected relevant publications, teaching statement, syllabi, evaluation data, an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) statement, and contact information for three references at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30135 addressed to the Recruiting Committee Chair. Application packages must be received by August 15, 2025. The cover letter should clearly identify how your experience and research plan address the research area above. The research statement should summarize research achievements and impact and propose a credible plan for future research. The EDI statement should describe your experience with addressing EDI and/or how you plan to contribute to the EDI goals of the Department (see https://www.uvic.ca/ecs/about/equity-action-planning/index.php). You are asked to upload your CV and other personal information to this service, which is provided for the convenience of you and your referees. The service stores data on servers located outside of Canada; the data is therefore not in the custody or under the control of the University of Victoria. You may wish to review the privacy statement on https://academicjobsonline.org. If you do not wish to use this service, please submit your complete application package to search@uvic.ca. If you have any questions about the search, please contact search@uvic.ca clearly identifying the search you are inquiring about.
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L'UVic s'engage à respecter les valeurs d'équité, de diversité, d'inclusion et de droits de l'homme dans nos environnements de vie, d'apprentissage et de travail. Dans la poursuite de nos valeurs, nous recherchons des membres désireux de participer activement à cette responsabilité partagée. Nous encourageons activement les candidatures de membres de groupes historiquement et systémiquement marginalisés. Lire l'intégralité de notre déclaration d'équité.
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