Tenure-Track CS Professor — Undergrad Research & AI

Mercer University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer University in Macon, GA invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Computer Science department. The appointment starts August 1, 2027, focusing on undergraduate education with potential graduate teaching in Software Systems or Cybersecurity.

Candidates must have a PhD in computer science or a related field by December 31, 2027; ABD considered for Instructor until completion.

Qualifications

• PhD in computer science or closely related field by start date.
• ABD candidates may be considered for Instructor rank until PhD completion.
• Strong foundation in core CS topics: software development, data structures and algorithms, OS, networks, etc.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate CS courses; may teach graduate courses in Software Systems or Cybersecurity.
• Direct undergraduate research projects and serve as faculty advisor for students.
• Maintain an active research program involving undergraduates.
• Provide service to department, college and university.
• Contribute to competitive programming and coach the Binary Bears intercollegiate team.

Skills

Software development

Data structures

Algorithms

Operating systems

Computer architecture

Networks

Digital logic

Theory of computation

Competitive programming

Research supervision

Education

PhD in Computer Science

ABD considered for Instructor rank

Job description

Mercer University in Macon, GA invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Computer Science department. The appointment starts August 1, 2027, focusing on undergraduate education with potential graduate teaching in Software Systems or Cybersecurity.

Candidates must have a PhD in computer science or a related field by December 31, 2027; ABD considered for Instructor until completion.