[visionlist] faculty opening at the Rochester Institute of Technology

[James Ferwerda]

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FACULTY POSITION POSTING FORM
Rochester Institute of Technology, College of Science, 54 Lomb  
Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 14623
BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:
JOB TITLE/RANK: Instructional Faculty/Assistant (preferred),  
Associate, or Full Professor
PC # 9453 IRC#27118
Department: Center for Imaging Science
Job Category: Faculty, Tenure Track
Starting Date: Late August 2010
DETAILED DESCRIPTION:
This is a tenure-track faculty position in the Chester F. Carlson  
Center for Imaging Science (CIS) in areas such as the
computational modeling of material optical properties based on 3D  
object capture, realistic image synthesis, and/or
computational photography. The preferred rank is at the Assistant  
Professor level, although other ranks will be considered.
The Center has an established laboratory called the Munsell Color  
Science Laboratory (MCSL), recognized
internationally for its leadership in color and imaging science  
education, research, and outreach. MCSL is expanding its
research efforts in the areas of modeling, rendering, and imaging of  
surface and object appearance and it is seeking a new
faculty member with strong computational skills who can complement its  
current expertise in color science, color
appearance, physics-based color modeling, spectral and high-dynamic  
range imaging and display, computer graphics, and
visual psychophysics. This is a unique opportunity as MCSL is the  
nexus between theory and practice locally, nationally,
and internationally with close ties to industry, government,  
foundations, and major cultural heritage institutions.
The person recruited for this position will be expected to work  
closely with other faculty and staff associated with MCSL
as well as the faculty in CIS more generally, make a substantial  
contribution to the expanded MCSL research programs as
described above, and develop new avenues of funded research that  
complements and expands all the activities in MCSL.
Candidates should visit < www.cis.rit.edu > for more information and  
to view the detailed job posting and <
www.cis.rit.edu/mcsl > to learn about MCSL.
We are seeking individuals who are committed to contributing to RIT’s  
core values, honor code, and statement of
diversity.
THE COLLEGE/ THE CENTER:
The Chester F. Carlson Center for Imaging Science, located in the  
College of Science, is a highly interdisciplinary
university research and education center dedicated to pushing the  
frontiers of imaging in all its forms and uses. Major
research thrusts within the Center include Color Science, Remote  
Sensing, Imaging Algorithms and Systems, Astronomy,
Sensor Development, Vision, Biomedical Imaging, and Document  
Reconstruction. CIS offers B.S., M.S. and Ph.D.
degrees in Imaging Science, M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Color Science,  
and a Ph.D. degree in Astrophysical Sciences and
Technology. The Color Science curriculum spans topics such as  
colorimetry, spectrophotometry, spectroradiometry,
visual perception, psychophysics, spectral modeling of material and  
imaging systems, and color reproduction including
capture, display, and printing. The Color Science program has a unique  
resource, the Munsell Color Science Laboratory
(MCSL) with significant research in spectral color reproduction, color  
and image appearance models, 3D imaging and
archiving of cultural heritage, high-dynamic range imaging and  
display, and modeling material appearance.
RIT attracts students from all 50 states and more than 90 countries.  
RIT has been recognized on The Chronicle of Higher
Education's inaugural “Great Colleges to Work For” list for two  
consecutive years. RIT was cited in six different
categories: Professional/Career Development Program, Compensation and  
Benefits, Tuition Reimbursement, 403b or
401k (retirement plan), Disability Insurance and Life Insurance.
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Rochester, located in Monroe County, is the 79th largest city in the  
United States and the third largest city in New York
State. Five additional counties are included in the Greater Rochester  
Region: Genesee, Livingston, Ontario, Orleans and
Wayne. The Greater Rochester region is inhabited by a little more than  
one million people
The Rochester area has a diverse population which includes African  
Americans (38% of the city and 14% of Monroe
County) and Latin Americans (13% of the city and 5% of the county). In  
addition, more than 7% of the population is
foreign born. Rochester is ranked 7th among the “10 Best Cities to  
Raise a Family” by Child Magazine, Places Rated
Almanac ranked Rochester http://placesrated.com as the 6th “Best  
Places to Live in America” by out of 379 metropolitan
areas. Expansion Management Magazine ranked Rochester as number one  
among metropolitan areas having the best
Quality of Life in the Nation. Essence magazine ranked it among the  
“Top 10 Cities for Black Families,” Rochester was
twice named one of America’s Friendliest Cities by American  
Demographics magazine.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED:
Doctoral degree or equivalent and the ability to collaborate with  
faculty and staff in MCSL and CIS more generally.
PREFERRED:
Research and Scholarship: Applicants should 1) have scholarly  
attainment in areas such as the computational modeling of
material appearance based on 3D imaging, realistic image synthesis,  
and/or computational photography; 2) have the
potential to obtain externally funded research and 3) have the  
potential to work with industry and outside sponsors.
Teaching and Learning: Applicants should 1) have the ability to teach  
undergraduate and graduate courses in CIS, 2) have
the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in area of  
research expertise, 3) have the potential to teach
undergraduate and graduate courses in color science, and 4) be  
committed to the guidance of graduate and undergraduate
students in matters related to their education and profession.
Service and Diversity: Applicants should 1) demonstrate a willingness  
to be involved in RIT, the College of Science, CIS,
and MCSL service committees; 2) demonstrate a willingness to support  
the mission of MCSL – advancing the science,
understanding, and technology of color and appearance through  
education, research, and outreach; 3) demonstrate a
willingness to participate in technical organizations and other  
appropriate forms of outreach, and 4) demonstrate an ability
and interest in contributing to a community committed to diversity.
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online at https://mycareer.rit.edu. Search for IRC33970. Please  
submit application material as one PDF file
includes 1) curriculum vitae with a summary of education and  
professional background, list of publications and research
grants, and summary of teaching and research experience; 2) a list of  
three professional references; and 3) a personal
statement on why you have applied, why you should be considered, and  
expected future research and teaching activities.
Materials should be addressed to Search Committee Chair, Center for  
Imaging Science and electronic copies sent to
berns at cis.rit.edu and cooper at cis.rit.edu .
You can contact the search committee chair, Dr. Roy S. Berns with  
questions on the position at: berns at cis.rit.edu.
Application deadline: Applications received before February 1, 2010  
will be given fullest consideration. The position will
remain open until filled.
The Rochester Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity/ 
affirmative action employer. All individuals with the
ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the university’s  
continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and
individual differences are encouraged to make application.
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