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Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Green Artificial Intelligence Location: Guelph, CA, N1G 2W1 Requisition ID: 1884 Position Title / Rank: Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Green Artificial Intelligence Department: School of Computer Science or Department of Mathematics & Statistics, College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences About the CERC Program The Canada Excellence Research Chairs Program is a federally funded initiative that provides universities with award values of either $8 million or $4 million over eight years to support worldrenowned researchers and their teams. The CERC in Green AI is valued at $4 million over 8 years. Research Focus The successful candidate will develop a worldleading research program in Green AI with an emphasis on at least one of the following: Designing AI models, algorithms, and infrastructures that are energyefficient and sustainable. Advancing lowcarbon machine learning methodologies and scalable computational frameworks. Developing novel mathematical and statistical models for efficient AI or for energyefficient computing infrastructure. Applying AI innovations to environmental, agricultural, and societal challenges, aligning with UoGs leadership in agrifood, environmental sustainability, and ethical AI. Candidate Profile We seek an exceptional scholar with an international reputation for research excellence, innovation, and leadership. The successful nominee will: Hold a PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related discipline. Be an established full professor, or an associate professor expected to advance to full professor within 12 years. Demonstrate a record of outstanding research contributions, including highimpact publications, mentorship, and external research funding. Show a proven ability to lead large interdisciplinary teams and foster collaborations with academia, industry, and government. Exhibit a strong commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA) in research, mentorship, and recruitment. For candidates pursuing research with or about Indigenous communities, demonstrate alignment with principles of Indigenous selfdetermination, cocreation, and Indigenous ways of knowing. Institutional Commitment The University of Guelph is committed to supporting the CERC through worldclass infrastructure, laboratories, administrative support, interdisciplinary research networks, and longterm planning to sustain the program beyond the eightyear CERC term. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion The University of Guelph recognises the traditional lands of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and Huron Wendat peoples. The institution is committed to reconciliation and promotes an inclusive campus culture. The CERC programme reflects the federal governments commitment to equity and diversity in employment, ensuring representation of women, gender minorities, persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, and racialised people. Application Process Assessment of applications begins on 10 November 2025, with interviews scheduled for November. Interested applicants should create an account at and apply for the advertised faculty position (Requisition ID #1884) by submitting a merged PDF file containing the following materials: A cover letter describing the vision for a research program in Green AI and its alignment with the CERC programme. Curriculum vitae. Brief description of the proposed research program, including how equity, diversity, and inclusion has been incorporated (max three pages). Highlights of the most significant contributions to the field, including societal impact (max two pages). Names and email addresses of three references, at least two at arms length. Deadline: 10 November 2025. The position is contingent upon a successful institutional nomination and subsequent approval by the CERC 2026 competition. Contact for questions: Minglun Gong, ; 15198244120 x54019. Contact Email: #J-18808-Ljbffr