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Position Number: 42079
Title: Research Professor (full-time faculty)
Closing date: May 10, 2012
Annual Salary: $160,000 to negotiable

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. from an accredited institution in a field related to virtual and/or augmented reality. Significant experience in securing funding and involvement in large multidiscipline research efforts in virtual and/or augmented reality. Significant record of publications in archival journals and top tier conferences.

Organize, secure and manage significant research effort to advance the state of the art in virtual and augmented reality. Lead group of researchers and students in specific research programs. Provide continued sources of ideas and funding in this field. Advise students.

Special Conditions: This is a Contract and Grant (C&G) funded position.

Additional Application Materials Required: Applicant must apply online at www.jobswithucf.com with letter of interest and CV.

Quicklink: www.jobswithucf.com:80/postings/32312

Position Number: 42233
Title: Assistant, Associate or Full Research Professor
Closing date: Open
Annual Salary: Negotiable

Minimum Qualifications: Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in areas related to human centered modeling and simulation or terminal degree from an accredited institution in field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in research related to human centered modeling & simulation.

Preference: IST performs a wide range of research where a human is in the simulation loop or where human performance is modeled. While we seek applicants in all areas related to human centered simulation and training, we are particularly interested in those with demonstrated experience and training in simulator networking, learning science, computational modeling of societal activity, virtual and augmented reality, parallel and distributed computation.

Special Conditions: This position is to be supported by Contracts and Grants(C&G). Emphasis is on the Associate and Full Research Professor. Rank and commensurate salary will be dependent on a detailed review of the candidate's record of achievement in scholarly publications and demonstrated ability in securing and executing externally funded research.

Additional Application Materials Required: Applicant must apply online at www.jobswithucf.com and attach CV and cover letter, indicating interest in the position and desired faculty rank.

Quicklink:www.jobswithucf.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=76691

Jobs at UCF Positions are grouped according to job category which includes: Administrative & Professional (A&P), Faculty, Staff, Other Personal Services (OPS)and Pool Jobs. Apply online at JobswithUCF.com for all IST positions.

A&P positions are non-faculty positions classified as exempt professional and managerial positions which do require at least a Bachelor's degree. Faculty positions are the professional instructional and/or academic administrative positions of the university. Staff positions are usually classified as non-exempt support positions which typically do not require a degree. OPS positions are temporary positions which may be either full- or part-time and are not eligible for benefits.

To apply for a position, applicants are required to complete the online application in its entirety including accurate information on previous employers along with supervisors' names and phone numbers for the last ten years of employment. Additional employment history may be added, if so desired. Cover letters/CVs, resumes and letters of reference may be attached with the online application but are not required unless indicated in the posting.

What is Simulation Research?
Computer-aided simulations are all around you. Using complex mathematical formulas—also known as algorithms—combined with sophisticated computer and mechanical devices, they teach pilots to fly, ground vehicle operators to drive and machine operators to control their machines. Other simulations create virtual worlds — computer-generated images that you can view on a monitor or through miniature, head-mounted displays that can immerse you in "cyberspace" (virtual reality) or mix real images with computer-generated animations (mixed reality). Still other simulations create situations that train people to solve problems, react as a team or work effectively under stress.

Because it's often too expensive, too dangerous, too inconvenient, too inefficient or impossible to do many things in real life, people use simulations to answer "what happens if I do this?" or "what if I build it this way?" questions.

Researching ways to make computer simulations work better and train people better is a primary focus of IST. The job requires computer scientists, psychologists, mathematicians, engineers, animators, storytellers and many others in related fields. (want more?)

About IST:
The Institute for Simulation & Training, a large research unit of the University of Central Florida, is an internationally recognized research institute that focuses on advancing simulation technology and increasing the understanding of simulation’s role in training and education. Teams of faculty researchers work jointly with the military, industry and other academic institutions to develop simulation technologies and transfer the benefits of these technologies into areas as diverse as disaster preparedness, medicine, public education and entertainment. IST offers a flexible work environment to meet a variety of employee needs. The University of Central Florida offers a complete and diversified benefit package including Tuition Fee Waiver.

IST operates as eight distinct units.

Information Systems Technology develops and promulgates innovative ways, using Internet and other network-based technology, to store, exchange and disseminate information.

Interactive Realities conducts research and develops and applies modeling and simulation technologies to the specific needs of its government, academic and industry sponsors.

Human Systems Integration and Team Performance Research conducts research seeking better understanding of how people and technology interact with each other and with machinery in a training environment.

Advanced Performance Technology focuses on enhancing human performance through the best use of available and applicable technology.

Academic Programs organizes and participates in graduate and professional programs in modeling and simulation.

Media Convergence laboratories strive for experiential media innovation through interdisciplinary research and cross-industry applications of core multi-sensory simulation technology.

Technology Applications seeks ways to translate IST and university modeling and simulation research to military, government and industrial training use.

Business Services oversees administration, contract and grant coordination and other vital business operations of the institute.

For more information about IST, go here.

About UCF
The University of Central Florida is emerging as a major public institution of higher education with more than 51,000 students, numerous graduate and Ph.D. programs and a vibrant Honors College that attracts some of the best undergraduate students in the nation. Multidisciplinary master’s and Ph.D. programs in modeling and simulation draw student and faculty talent from many disciplines. In addition to its reputation for simulation and training research, UCF is a significant contributor to such leading-edge research areas as lasers, optics and photonics, psychology and human factors, renewable energy sources, nanotechnology, biomolecular science, materials science and computing sciences. We could go on, but you can explore for yourself at the UCF main website.

Still haven't found the answers you want? Please contact the IST personnel office  or see UCF Human Resources for more information regarding employment opportunities at IST and the university.

UCF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
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