One or more Associate Professors in Computer Science

One or more Associate Professors in Computer Science Afdeling: Department of Computer Science The Department of Computer Science at the Technical Faculty of IT and Design invites applications for one or more positions as associate professor as per 15th August 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. This is a permanent full‑time position. The place of work can either be at the Aalborg Campus or the Copenhagen Campus. It is therefore essential that you notify the preferred workplace in your application. We are also looking for one or more tenure‑track assistant professors. If you are interested, please apply for the position here. If you are interested in both positions, you must apply for both. Your work tasks As associate professor of computer science you will contribute to the department’s research and teaching environment and to the faculty’s overall research strategy. You will contribute to the development of the department both independently and in collaboration with others via your research of high international quality. You ensure that your teaching maintains a high academic and didactic standard, possess excellent collaborative skills, and a broad academic network which you can bring into play in your contribution to the academic development of Aalborg University and its profile both nationally and internationally. Your main tasks will consist of: Research of high international quality, including publication in top international journals and communicating your research in national and international academic networks. Teaching and supervision of bachelor’s and master’s degree students and contribution to the development of new teaching activities. To contribute to the funding with the help of external research funding. Supervision of PhD students and contributing to the development of the faculty's PhD courses. Involvement in assessment and committee work at Aalborg University. Dissemination of your research to the outside world. You will report to the Head of Department Peter Axel Nielsen. You have established yourself with a prominent, independent research profile within computer science and possess documented solid research and teaching qualifications at a high international level, as well as experience with academic leadership tasks in a research group. You have broad international cooperative partnerships and experience of collaborations with private and public‑sector organizations. At the same time, you have experience of applying for funding from national and international funding bodies. It is an advantage if you have stayed or been employed at one or more internationally recognised research institutions. As a person, you are dedicated and possess advanced communication skills. You can build relationships based on trust with students, colleagues and partners. As a lecturer you communicate the newest and relevant knowledge in a committed, clear and comprehensible manner. As a supervisor you are competent, inspiring and supportive. You are ready to take co‑responsibility for the development of the department's research and education at the highest international level and to ensure that we maintain a good work environment. You naturally involve yourself in interdisciplinary collaboration at departmental, faculty and university level as well as nationally and internationally. We expect you to be able to write and speak English at the academic level. How to apply Your application must include the following: Application, stating reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position Diplomas (master's degree diploma and PhD diploma) List of publications, with an indication of the attached publications that you wish to be taken into account in the assessment. You may attach a maximum of five publications. Documentation of teaching qualifications. If this is not included, the applicant must enclose reasons for this Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations etc. Additional qualifications in relation to the position References/recommendations You can read more about the requirements for your application here. The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University’s website. Questions about the position If you have any questions about the position, please contact Head of Department Peter Axel Nielsen, Shortlisting will be used. We expect to conduct interviews between 13th March – 27th March. Further information Read more about our recruitment process here The appointment process at Aalborg University involves a shortlisting process. You can read more about the shortlisting and appointment process here. The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace. Aalborg University Aalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real‑world‑oriented education and create world‑class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen. #J-18808-Ljbffr