Professor and Chair, Computer & Information Science & Engineering

Overview

Professor and Chair, Computer & Information Science & Engineering
Job No: 538252
Work Type:
Full Time

Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories:
Education/Training/Instructional Design, Computer Science, Engineering
Department:  - EG-COMPUTER - INFO SCI & ENG

Applications are invited for the position of Professor and Chair of the Department of Computer & Information Science & Engineering (CISE) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) at the University of Florida (UF). This is an internal only search for current HWCOE Faculty at the rank of Professor or higher.

Applicants must hold a doctorate in CISE or a closely related discipline, and possess a record of distinguished scholarship and external research funding, along with excellence in teaching, commensurate with appointment at the Full Professor level. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to high academic standards, leadership, and effective communication skills. They should have robust experience in mentorship, encouraging a wide range of perspectives, and expanding sponsored research programs.

A forward-looking view of the role of engineering education and research in society is essential, as is a commitment to shared governance and the professional development of others. Experience with external engagement and development, such as industry partnerships, alumni outreach, fundraising, is also expected.

• The Department Chair oversees the operational management of the department as well as strategic initiatives to grow the department.
• Develop with faculty a compelling vision for advancement of the department in education and research programs.
• Foster a collaborative and collegial departmental environment.
• Facilitate/mentor scholarly and professional growth of faculty, particularly early-career members.
• Recruit and retain a faculty and student body.
• Commit to shared governance.
• Enhance working partnerships with other UF colleges, departments and administrations as well as industry and government agencies; engage with corporate, governmental, alumni and other private stakeholders to elevate visibility and support.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Special Instructions To Applicants: You must apply by submitting an application through UFCareers via (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). (#538252
) by February 9, 2026
. The application consists of attached PDF files of the following required documents:
1. Cover letter.
2. Curriculum vitae (including a 1-page CV highlights). 3. Names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of no less than three and up to five references. Additional documents should be uploaded as one PDF to the “other documents” selection in the application. 4. A personal statement describing the candidate's research and teaching accomplishments and vision (including identification of any current synergies with UF).

5. A department vision statement (with a focus on how plans will support the current college and department strategic objectives). The anticipated start date for this position is before August 2026. For further questions, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Cherie Stabler  more information about college initiatives, visit eng.ufl.edu

• The selected candidate must provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire, if this is not already on file.
• Degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

• If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply, please call  or the Florida Relay System at  (TDD).
• Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.
• All searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
• The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer.
• Applications Close: 27 February 2026
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The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call  or the Florida Relay System at  (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.