University of California, Santa Cruz

GENOMICS INSTITUTE: Project Scientist Genome Assemblies (Open until filled. Apply by 10/30/19) Recruitment Period Open date: September 30th, 2019 Next review date: Wednesday, Oct 30, 2019 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2020 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Description The Genomics Institute at University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications from outstanding scientists for the position of Project Scientist. We seek a self-motivated, creative scientist interested in genomics with a specific focus on phasing and repeat assembly. Under the direction of Assistant Research Scientist Karen Miga, the incumbent will be expected to contribute and implement the telomere-to-telomere (T2T) assembly pipeline to finish 350 human diploid genomes, which will serve as the pan-human reference genome. In doing so, the Project Scientist will be responsible for the following: Develop and optimize scalable, cloud-based pipeline to generate complete, telomere-to-telomere assemblies of diploid genomes. Contribute to the development of tool-kits to evaluate repeat collapse and/or phasing switch error to detect and update errors in assemblies. Serve as the point of contact between data/analysis and reference evaluation centers: WashU, UW, and Rockefeller to ensure timely production and release of T2T assemblies. Assist in the management of the high-quality reference genome (HQRG) biorepository and ensure timely public release of assemblies and associated data types. Work directly with graduate and undergraduate students to harden methods and improve analysis pipelines In addition to performing research, the incumbent will be expected to write reports summarizing the results of their research that will be used to prepare manuscripts published in scientific journals, presentations for scientific meetings, and grant proposals to further fund the research. Applicants with expertise in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: knowledge of genome assembly and analysis methods and/or previous experience with developing cloud-based pipelines. The successful candidate will have outstanding communication skills and will successfully collaborate with scientists, laboratory scientists, software engineers, and students in developing novel genomics tools, protocols, and resources. Our exceptional collegiality and interdisciplinary collaborations make UCSC an excellent environment for an innovative scientist who can benefit from and contribute to the rapid growth in the sciences and engineering at UCSC. ACADEMIC TITLE Assistant, Associate or Full Project Scientist SALARY Commensurate with qualifications and experience. POSITION AVAILABLE As soon as possible after initial review of the applications. DURATION OF POSITION Initial appointment will be through June 30, 2021, with the possibility of reappointment. Should the hiring unit propose reappointment; a review to assess performance will be conducted. Reappointment is also contingent upon the availability of funding

Electrical and Computer Engineering: Assistant Professor in Signals and Systems (Open Until Filled; Initial Review 1/07/20) Recruitment Period Open date: October 18th, 2019 Next review date: Tuesday, Jan 7, 2020 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2020 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Description The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of California, Santa Cruz invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor in Signals and Systems. We seek outstanding applicants who have demonstrated research and teaching expertise in the general areas of signal processing and communications, including but not limited to: wireless communications, communications for IoT, vehicle-to-vehicle communications, and machine learning applications in communication systems, physical-layer security, and signal processing for biology and bioinformatics related applications including bio instrument data readout signal processing. The successful candidate is expected to develop an externally funded research program, advise and support graduate students in their research area, develop and teach courses within the undergraduate and graduate curriculum, perform university, public, and professional service, and work with students, faculty, and staff from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds. The Electrical and Computer Engineering department strives to support a creative and forward-looking research program with faculties collaborating in many areas of Electrical and Computer Engineering and beyond. The department houses BS (ABET accredited), MS, and PhD degree programs in Electrical and Computer Engineering and the BS degree program in Robotics Engineering. Our faculty includes six IEEE fellows, two AAAS fellows, two OSA fellows, and one ACM fellow. UCSC is home to many centers and research institutes including the UCSC Genomics Institute ( https://hausslergenomics.ucsc.edu ), the W.M. Keck Center for Nanoscale Optofluidics ( http://cfno.soe.ucsc.edu ), the Center for Molecular Biology of RNA ( http://rna.ucsc.edu/rnacenter/ ), and the Cyber-Physical Systems Research Center ( https://cps.soe.ucsc.edu ). UC Santa Cruz values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to hiring faculty who share these values. To be considered, candidates must demonstrate an understanding of the barriers facing women and underrepresented minorities, and describe their experience and future plans to promote equity and inclusion in teaching, mentoring, and research. Financial and in-kind resources will be made available to faculty who promote equity and inclusion at UC Santa Cruz, and their work will be recognized as important university service during the faculty promotion process. The UC Santa Cruz campus is located approximately 75 miles from San Francisco and 35 miles from the heart of Silicon Valley. The campus comprises two thousand acres of forested hills overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Monterey Bay with one of the most visually spectacular settings in higher education. In 2016-17, the Times Higher Education ranked UC Santa Cruz 4th in research influence. The UCSC Silicon Valley Campus is located in the heart of Silicon Valley near San Jose, the worldwide epicenter for industry and innovation in games and information technology. The location affords extensive consulting opportunities and avenues for collaborative research with industry. Opened in 2016, the UCSC Silicon Valley Campus features contemporary interior design with multiple classrooms, computer labs, and project rooms, along with an event center and television studio.

Psychology: Assistant Teaching Professor (Open Until Filled; Initial Review 11/20/19)   Recruitment Period Open date: September 5th, 2019 N ext review date: Monday, Jan 6, 2020 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2020 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.   Description   The https://psychology.ucsc.edu/ at the University of California, Santa Cruz invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor position in Psychology. We seek outstanding applicants who have a demonstrated record of independent teaching (i.e., beyond teaching assistantships (TA)), professional achievement and activity, and service in psychology. We are looking for someone who will primarily teach undergraduate courses in abnormal psychology and clinical psychology. Secondarily, the person would also teach at least one of the following: introductory psychology, statistics, or research methods. The ability to teach a seminar to graduate students on teaching in psychology is preferred (but not required). Also, the ability to teach courses in one or more of the following: developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, or social psychology is preferable (but not required). Finally, experience teaching large lecture courses (with 100 or more students) as the instructor of record is preferable (but not required). Teaching duties will typically involve teaching six undergraduate classes each year.   The successful candidate is expected to develop and teach courses within the undergraduate curriculum, to maintain an active profile of professional activities in the discipline of psychology and/or its pedagogy, to perform university, public, and professional service, and to be able to work with students, faculty, and staff from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds.   We welcome candidates who understand the barriers facing women and minorities who are underrepresented in higher education careers (as evidenced by life experiences and educational background), and who have experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion with respect to teaching, mentoring, life experiences, or service towards building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.   ACADEMIC TITLE Assistant Teaching Professor (Lecturer with Potential for Security of Employment) The Assistant Teaching Professor title confers the rights and responsibilities of membership in the Academic Senate and has the payroll title of “Lecturer with Potential for Security of Employment” (LPSOE). An LPSOE is eligible for promotion to "Security of Employment," which is analogous to tenure.          

Psychology: Cognitive Psychology - Assistant Professors (Initial Review 10/15/19)   Recruitment Period Open date: August 13th, 2019 Next review date: Tuesday, Oct 15, 2019 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2020 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.   Description   The Department of Psychology [https://psychology.ucsc.edu/] at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for two tenure-track positions in Cognitive Psychology with a focus on language and interaction. We welcome applications from scholars investigating any topic in the study of human communication, but we are particularly interested in scholars who study issues such as how to ensure successful communication between individuals, negotiate multi-party conversations, or reach group consensus. We are also interested in hiring scholars who study how individual and group communicative behaviors are mediated by technology, including communication with artificial and virtual agents. More generally, we seek colleagues who will complement our existing strengths in Learning and Memory, Language and Interaction, and Perception and Performance.   Applicants should be actively engaged in research with the promise of continued research productivity. In addition, they should be capable of teaching graduate and undergraduate courses and contribute significantly to the mentoring of graduate students. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community through their research, teaching, and service. The successful candidate must work well with students, faculty, and staff from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds. UC Santa Cruz is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with a high proportion of first generation undergraduate students.   We welcome candidates who understand the barriers facing women and minorities who are underrepresented in higher education careers (as evidenced by life experiences and educational background), and who have experience in equity and diversity with respect to teaching, mentoring, research, life experiences, or service towards building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.   ACADEMIC TITLE Assistant Professor (tenure track)   SALARY Commensurate with qualifications and experience; academic year (nine-month basis).   POSITION AVAILABLE July 1, 2020, with the academic year beginning in September 2020. Degree requirements must be met by September 1, 2020 for employment effective beyond that date.