Associate Professor in Computer Graphics

Associate Professor in Computer Graphics and Computer Animation, Department of Computer Science The Department of Computer Science seeks an associate professor in computer graphics and computer animation.Applicants who have a solid publication record and teaching experience within one or more of the following areas are preferred: * Physics based animation * General purpose GPU programming * Efficient algorithms for graphics and animation * Applications in interaction design, computer games and/or simulations of physical systems It is preferred that the teaching experience of the applicant includes formal pedagogical training.The position is open from September 1, 2009 or as soon as possible thereafter.Duties may include the successful applicant s own research, development of the field, assessment tasks, grant applications, and research management such as supervision and training of research fellows and other staff.The successful applicant must also teach, prepare and participate in examinations, and fulfill other tasks requested by the Department.Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State (www.perst.dk/ /media/Circular/2008/061-08-pdf.ashx).While negotiation for salary supplement is possible, the starting salary is currently up to DKK 428,195 including annual supplement (+ pension up to DKK 73,221).5 pages) of current and proposed research including its relation to other research at the Department * Documentation of teaching experience and other qualifications * Full contact details (Name, address, telephone & email) of 2 professional references * Complete publication list indicating max.5 papers particularly relevant to the application * Reprints of the 5 particularly relevant papers (included, most recent first, in the single file) The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.The deadline for applications is June 3, 2009 at noon, 12:00pm local Danish time.Applications or supplementary material received thereafter will not be considered.Assessment of applicants will primarily consider their level of documented, original scientific production at an international level, including contributions to developments in their field.The teaching, managerial, out-reach, and innovative qualifications of applicants will also be considered.Assessment guidelines, pursuant to revisions, are available in English and Danish at www.science.ku.dk/ansatte/service/loen_og_ansaettelse/ansaettelse/vip_ansaettelser.Such guidelines include: * Applicants will be notified of the composition of the assessment committee.* Applicants must provide supplementary documentation if requested by the committee.* Applicants may be summoned for an interview and/or requested to give a trial lecture.* Each applicant will receive that part of the assessment relating to him/herself.Frist: 03-06-2009