Project Scientist Position

The Institute for Software Research has a full-time Project Scientist position available in the area of software engineering with a focus on information retrieval and data mining. The scholar is expected to be involved in or responsible for the following:

a. Carrying out a comprehensive research in mining software-related repositories with a focus on applying resulting insights to the development of advanced software engineering tools.

 

b. Presenting research results through conference and journal publications, and technical reports.

 

c. Helping the development of a book of mining software artifacts.

 

d. Supervising students working on the project.

This position requires a Ph.D. degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related academic discipline. Prior research or work experience in the following areas is desirable: empirical methods in Software Engineering, data mining, and statistics. A solid record of research publications in related research areas is also required. The successful applicant should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, and should also be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently.

The initial appointment will be for the academic year with extensions for further years dependent in part on the availability of extra-mural funding. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Interested applicants should respond no later than the closing date of October 29, 2011 for an appointment beginning October 30, 2011 by forwarding a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and the names of three references to:

Cristina Videira Lopes
Institute for Software Research
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA 92697-3455

OR via email to lopes@uci.edu

The University of California, Irvine is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women and minorities.