Assistant Professor Position in Computer Science

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University is inviting applications for an Assistant Professor position in Computer Science for Fall 2025. The role involves teaching and research, particularly in computer systems and programming languages, within a vibrant, collaborative environment in New Orleans.

Qualifications

• Strong potential to engage in high quality research and teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Engage in collaborative research across disciplines.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science.

Education

PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field

Job description

Assistant Professor Position in Computer Science

Location:
New Orleans, LA
Open Date:
Nov 25, 2024
Description:
The Department of Computer Science at Tulane University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2025.We welcome and encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.Our friendly and collaborative departmentcurrently has 13 tenure-track/tenured faculty and 4 Professors of Practice with a commitment to grow over the next few years. In our research and teaching, we take pride in our equal focuson both computer science and its interdisciplinary applications. Our current faculty are engaged in collaborative research with colleagues in the School of Science and Engineering, the School of Liberal Arts, and the Health Sciences.More information about the department, its faculty, its research areas, and its undergraduate and graduate programs can be found athttps://sse.tulane.edu/cs.

The department is looking to expand its expertise in computer systems and programming languages. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, operating systems, distributed systems, programming languages and compilers, blockchain, database, and software engineering. Outstanding candidates from other areas will be considered as well. The candidate should demonstrate a strong potential to engage in high quality research and teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level.Tulane University is a privateCarnegie-R1university and a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). Tulane brings together bold and creative scholars, scientists and students who are committed to crossing boundaries. Data-intensive discovery lies at the heart of research and education at Tulane and is fueled by Tulane’s newConnolly Alexander Institute for Data Science,theJurist Center for Artificial Intelligence, and theCenter for Community-Engaged Artificial Intelligence. Tulane resides in historic New Orleans, Louisiana – a city that takes the utmost pride in its vibrant music scene, world-class restaurants, rich confluence of cultures and traditions, and festive Mardi Gras parades. "The things that make life worth living – eating, drinking and the making of merriment – are the air that New Orleans breathes." - Adam Karlin, Lonely Planet. The Princeton Review ranks Tulane at or near the top for College City Gets High Marks (#1), Their Students Love these Colleges (#20), Best Quality of Life (#20), Most Engaged in Community Service (#23), and Best-Run Colleges (#24).
Qualifications:
PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field.
Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin January 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.A complete application should include a CV,statements on research, teaching, and diversity, and at least three letters of recommendation.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at504-865-4748or by email [e-mail].