Professor of the Practice (All Ranks) in Computer Science

Vanderbilt; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Tuition benefits for employees and for

Mentoring program

Fringe benefits package including HSA,

Tuition benefits for you, your spouse,

Job summary

Vanderbilt University’s College of Connected Computing invites applications for an inaugural full-time Professor of the Practice/teaching-track position in Computer Science. Faculty will teach undergraduate CS courses, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in service and governance within a growing interdisciplinary college in Nashville.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related field.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related field required.
• Applicants with degree by Aug 1, 2027 are encouraged to apply.
• Experience teaching undergraduate CS courses is expected.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate computer science courses as part of a 2/3 teaching load.
• Develop and offer new courses aligned with the College of Connected Computing vision.
• Engage in service activities to broaden participation and undergraduate research opportunities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Research background

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Vanderbilt University: College of Connected Computing

Open Date

Oct 27, 2026

Description

Join the inaugural faculty cohort at Vanderbilt University’s new College of Connected Computing. Become part of the community designed to foster radical collaboration at the intersection of interdisciplinary studies involving computing , AI, data science, and related fields. We are seeking well-qualified applicants at all ranks to join our growing cohort of teaching, tenure and tenure track faculty in building and supporting this vision. We have opened one full-time Professor of the Practice faculty position in computer science.

As a member of our growing college, teaching faculty will enjoy a 2/3 teaching load. Our average class size is 45 students with over 20 courses having 35 or fewer students. Faculty are well supported by TAs and undergraduate graders. Teaching faculty typically teach undergraduate core courses in computer science, with the opportunity to teach upper-level courses and to develop additional courses as our curriculum evolves under the new vision for the College of Connected Computing. Our teaching faculty can supplement their 9-month salary with additional teaching opportunities, many of which are offered online.

Teaching faculty will participate in service to the college, engaging in novel efforts to broaden participation, deepen undergraduate research opportunities and widen access to computational thinking studies for students across the university. We are building innovative programs and launching fresh initiatives that will appeal to the interests of a diverse faculty. This is your opportunity to build or reshape your career and participate in our vision of computing for all.

Other benefits of the position include:

• Yearly travel funds to support professional development and research activities
• Competitive salaries based on the CRA Taulbee survey
• 3-5 year contracts with opportunities for renewal at least 1.5 years before the previous contract expires
• Full participation in faculty governance and decision making
• A comprehensive mentoring program
• A university fringe benefits package that includes outstanding healthcare, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, HSA, Dependent care FSA and tuition benefits for you, your spouse and children
• Your choice of lifestyle from downtown Nashville condos around the corner to quiet, rural farm life just a 30-minute drive away

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related fields. All qualified candidates will be considered. Applicants who will receive their degree by August 1, 2027, are also encouraged to apply.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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