Professor & Director

UMIACS is a research unit of the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences at the University of Maryland, College Park. This internal search seeks a Director to lead the institute, which focuses on computational science across national defense, precision medicine, big data, cybersecurity, language and culture, and other areas.

Position:
Institute Director

Start Date:

July1,2026

• Lead the institute in achieving its vision for growth and development, elevating it to the next level of excellence
• Serve as the chief representative, advocate for the institute, and practice effective shared governance through regular consultation with internal and external stakeholders
• Enhance the institute’s national research profile and strengthen partnerships with national laboratories, institutes, government agencies, and private industry
• Cultivate excellence in outstanding research, teaching, and service among institute faculty
• Recruit outstanding new faculty and staff members, and make recommendations with respect to tenure and promotions to ensure equality of opportunity
• Advance excellence and broaden participation for those who want careers in computing and technology
• Engage with and attain support from alumni, friends, corporate partners, and others for the institute
• Plan and administer the institute’s budget in collaboration with the Dean and faculty

• Ph.D. in computer science or a related field
• Tenured full professor at the University of Maryland, College Park (or tenured associate professor expected to become a full professor by July1,2026)
• Outstanding record in research and education, along with administrative skills and vision to lead the unit

Regular faculty benefits are available (details available through the University).

The successful candidate will work in a regular office environment and attend meetings in person on the university campus.

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.