Postdoctoral - Computer Science

Postdoctoral Fellow in Computer Science

 

Job description

Description

 

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar invites applications for one or

more postdoctoral fellow positions in Computer Science. These

positions are designed for candidates who are interested in

enhancing their teaching portfolio, along with their research

portfolio, to be better prepared for future academic positions. The

positions expect candidates to relocate to Carnegie Mellon’s campus

in Doha in August 2025 .

 

Responsibilities include supporting two to three advanced

undergraduate courses per year, holding recitations/office hours,

working closely with students, and supporting our general

educational mission. In addition to this load, successful

candidates are expected to conduct research in collaboration with

CMU-Q faculty or local partners.

 

We are particularly interested in candidates in the areas of

Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine

Learning, or Deep Learning. Outstanding candidates in other areas

are also encouraged to apply. CMU Qatar's benefits package is

highly attractive, with salaries comparable to those in the US, but

free of tax. Relocation, housing, transportation, and health

benefits are also covered.

 

About CMU in Qatar

 

CMU in Qatar (CMUQ) operates in concert with several other American

and European branch campuses under the umbrella of Qatar

Foundation’s Education City ( https://www.qf.org.qa/education/education-city ). The

branch campus closely follows the admissions requirements and

English language curriculum of the home campus in Pittsburgh, USA

which awards all degrees. The several thousand students in the

Education City are a broad mix of nationalities, but primarily from

the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. CMUQ’s faculty is a

mix of professionals hired specifically for this campus and

seconded by faculty from the main campus. CMUQ’s primary focus is

undergraduate education in Business Administration, Biological

Sciences, Computer Science, and Information Systems.

 

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

 

Carnegie Mellon University is an equal opportunity employer and is

committed to increasing the diversity of its community on a range

of intellectual, cultural, and social dimensions. Carnegie Mellon

welcomes faculty applicants who will contribute to this diversity

through their research, teaching, and service, including women,

members of minority groups, protected veterans, individuals with

disabilities, and others who would contribute in different

ways.

 

Qualifications

• Have completed a PhD in computer science or related fields by

the time of being hired.

• A proven track record of productive research.

• Exceptionally strong communication and interpersonal

skills.

• Desire to gain hands-on teaching experience.

• Be able to work independently, as well as in a team.

 

Application Instructions

 

Application reviews will begin on November 1st, but they will be

accepted until the position is filled. Candidates must submit their

applications electronically at: https://apply.interfolio.com/155383

• CV

• Statement of interest

• Teaching statement

• Research statement

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

 

Carnegie Mellon University shall abide by the requirements

of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These

regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals

based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with

disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals

based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors

and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in

employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion,

sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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