JOB DESCRIPTION

We are inviting applicants in particular areas of the Department of Computer science to join our Copenhagen Section. The research profile of the applicant should be within mathematical foundation, verification tools, validation methodologies, probabilistic graphical models and machine learning focusing on distributed, embedded and intelligent systems.

YOUR COMPETENCES

We are looking for applicants with independent research-related qualifications at a high
international level and a PhD degree in computer science or a related field, and you show potential to become one of the best in the academic field of the position. You are a clear communicator with potential of becoming a skilled group leader, and you can, under guidance, organize and conduct supervision and teaching at bachelor’s and master’s degree level. Completed pedagogical courses in supervision or similar will be a plus, but not a requirement. As will experience with external research collaborations. We also draw attention to a stay of employment at one or more internationally recognised research institutions.
As a person, you have good interpersonal skills, are inclusive and team-oriented and able to
contribute to a good work environment.
We expect you to be able to write and speak English at the academic level.
To be assessed qualified for an assistant professor position, you must meet these academic criteria.
Shortlisting will be used.
Questions about the position:
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Head of Department Peter Axel Nielsen,institutleder@cs.aau.dk.
Your place of work will be the Department of Computer Science, at the Copenhagen Campus.
Denmark builds on a welfare system and while taxes are high there are plenty of welfare services
including free education and healthcare including pay during paternity/maternity leave and during
sickness. Find more information at the International Staff Unit and they also offer a spouse/partner
programme.

The application must contain the following, and must be written in English:

• A motivating text outlining your reasons for applying, and intentions and visions with the

position.

• Your curriculum vitae, including personal data, educational background, scientific

qualifications, dissemination skills, participation in committees and boards, and additional
qualifications relevant for the position.

• Copies of relevant diplomas (Master and PhD - both in English).

• A complete list of publications.

• Publications you wish to be considered by the assessment committee. Up to 5 publications

may be included.

• Teaching qualifications relevant to the position.
• References/recommendations.

Your application including attachments must be sent electronically by clicking the “Apply online”

We offer an attractive career opportunity for promising and talented researchers from around the
world. The position is a career development position with the possibility of transition to a tenured
associate professorship. We will work together with you to develop your research talent through
supervision, professional networks and pedagogical upgrading.
As an assistant professor your primary tasks will be research and research-based teaching. You will teach and supervise students at bachelor’s and master’s level, and you will contribute to the development of the department through research of international quality. In your daily work, you will work closely with both Danish and international colleagues.

Your main tasks will consist of:

• Independent research of the highest international quality, including publication
• Teaching, guidance and examination of bachelor’s and master’s degree students, as well as
• possible supervision of PhD students.
• Some degree of contribution towards attracting external research funding.
• The opportunity to collaborate with relevant national and international research
• environments.

You will report to the Head of Department, Peter Axel Nielsen.