Assistant Professor - Computer Science #25-08

Opt For Healthy Living; Ohio; On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a passionate Assistant Professor in Computer Science to join their dynamic faculty. This tenure-track position offers the opportunity to teach and mentor students while engaging in impactful research across various specializations, including Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence. The department is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and is particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to equity and diversity in academia. Join a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and research, where your contributions will shape the future of technology and inspire the next generation of innovators.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• Experience teaching Computer Science courses at the university level.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Engage in research and service to the department and university.

Skills

Cloud Computing

Big Data Management

Cybersecurity

Network Architecture

Dev-Ops

Operating Systems

Theoretical Computer Science

Computer Graphics

Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality

Software Engineering

Database Systems

Algorithms

Artificial Intelligence

Education

Doctoral degree in Computer Science

ABD candidates accepted

Job description

Apply now Job no: 541947
Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Northridge
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Computer Science

Department: Computer Science

Faculty Hire Number: #25-08

Rank: Assistant Professor, Tenure Track

Effective Date of Appointment: August 20, 2025 (Subject to Budgetary Approval)

Salary Scale: $110,000 to $120,000 (Dependent upon qualifications)

CSUN’s Commitment to You:

CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. Our values include a respect for all people, building partnerships with the community and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. CSUN is especially interested in candidates who make contributions to equity and inclusion in the pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community.

As a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI), inclusiveness and diversity are integral to CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement. As of Fall 2023, CSUN enrolls ~36,000 students, where 55.7% are Latinx, 19.7% are White, 8.9% are Asian-American, 5.0% are Black/African American, 0.1% are Native American, and 0.1% are Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.

The College of Engineering and Computer Science seeks to be a recognized center for excellence for baccalaureate and master’s level education in computer science and in engineering. The College provides a quality education for its students. It is also a partner in the professional communities of computer science and engineering and provides an essential link between students' education and professional practice.

The mission of the Computer Science Department is to prepare students for rewarding careers and higher education. The department offers Bachelor of Science Degrees in Computer Science and Computer Information Technology and Master of Science Degrees in Computer Science and Software Engineering. Currently, there are approximately 1,700 undergraduate majors in CS, 400 undergraduate majors in CIT, and 200 graduate students. Master’s degree students are required to complete a thesis.

The department of Computer Science at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of assistant professor, preferably in at least one of a series of specializations. The successful candidate will teach a variety of courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and have research interests in Cloud Computing, Big Data Management, Cybersecurity, Network Architecture, Dev-Ops, Operating Systems, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Graphics, Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality, Software Engineering, Database Systems, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence.

In addition to teaching, the position requires weekly office hours, attending faculty meetings, participation in assessment of student learning, and service to the department, college, and university. The successful candidate will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department in which he/she/they is/are housed for recommending tenure and promotion. Given CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement in a diverse environment, the successful candidate will help the Department achieve equitable academic outcomes for all students through teaching, student mentorship, scholarship, and service.

Required Qualifications:

1. A doctoral degree in Computer Science or a closely related field, from an accredited institution. All But Dissertation (ABD) candidates will be considered, but must complete the doctoral degree by August 20, 2025 from an accredited institution.
2. Taught at least one Computer Science-related course at the College/University level, either as instructor of record or teaching assistant, or demonstrate strong teaching potential in their teaching statement.
3. Published at least one peer-reviewed paper.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Evidence of effective engagement OR potential to engage with a diverse student body.
2. Experience using culturally responsive pedagogy that leads to equitable outcomes for all students.
3. Experience creating a student-centered learning environment.
4. Research/Lab experience that includes working with students from diverse backgrounds.
5. Experience adopting inclusive approaches to mentoring.
6. Specialization in at least one of these fields, ordered by preference: Cloud Computing, Big Data Management, Cybersecurity, Network Architecture, Dev-Ops, Operating Systems, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Graphics, Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality, Software Engineering, Database Systems, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence.
7. Taught more than one Computer Science-related course at the College/University level, either as instructor of record, lab instructor, or teaching assistant.
8. Taught courses in their research domain.
9. More than one peer-reviewed publication in high-quality venues, such as ACM, IEEE, or USENIX.
10. One or more publications meeting the above criteria within the prior three years.
11. Participation in grant proposal preparation.
12. Ability to teach a broad range of courses.
13. Strong communication skills conveyed through a well-written and well-organized cover letter, teaching statement, and research statement, all understandable to non-domain experts.

Application Deadline:

Screening of applications will begin September 30, 2024. Priority will be given to applicants who meet the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled.

How to Apply:

Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers.

Applicants must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, and research statement to the website in the section above. Only these four documents will be evaluated, and candidates missing any of these documents will not be considered. Cover letters must be max one page, and teaching and research statements must be max two pages. Pages beyond these limits will not be evaluated. In later stages of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide the names of three referees who can address the candidate’s teaching, research, and service qualifications. All application material submitted by a candidate must be entirely their own original creation.

At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to work in the United States.

General Information:

In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Northridge has made crime-reporting statistics available on-line here. Print copies are available by request from the Department of Police Services, the Office for Faculty Affairs, and the Office of Equity and Diversity.

The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Computer Science Department office at 818-677-3398.

Advertised: Aug 20 2024 Pacific Daylight Time