Assistant Professor of Computer Science

Posting Details

Position Information Posting Number: F260040P Open Date: 02012026 Close Date: N/A

Faculty Rank: Assistant Professor Title: Assistant Professor of Computer Science Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 Annual Benefits: This position is eligible for health, dental, life insurance, and other benefits through Chicago State University. Click here for a complete list of benefits: http://csu.eduhumanresourcesbenefits.htm

Is Tenured: Yes Tenure Track: Yes Full-time: Full-time Part-time: N/A

Job Description

Summary The Department of Computing, Information, and Mathematical Sciences and Technology (CIMST) at Chicago State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Computer Science beginning Fall 2026. CIMST is a vibrant and diverse academic unit that emphasizes the intersections of people, computing, information, and technology. The department offers Bachelor of Science (BS) and Master of Science (MS) degrees in Computer Science. Our faculty and students represent a wide range of backgrounds contributing to a dynamic and inclusive academic community.

Responsibilities

Faculty members are expected to contribute to teaching, research, and service as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

Teaching:

• Teach up to 24 credit-unit equivalents per year
• Develop syllabi, instructional materials, and innovative course content
• Advise students
• Supervise graduate theses and research projects
• Engage in professional development and participate in assessment activities tied to accreditation and program evaluation

Research:

• Conduct research in computer science or related fields
• Publish in peer-reviewed venues
• Seek external funding
• Present work at academic and professional conferences

Service:

• Participate actively in departmental, college, university, professional, and community committees and initiatives
• Assume leadership roles as appropriate over time

Appointment Details

Rank: Assistant Professor Tenure-Track: Yes Term: Full-time (9-month appointment) Start Date: Fall 2026

All faculty positions are governed by the universitys collective bargaining agreement, which ensures clear guidelines for hiring, evaluation, promotion, tenure, and professional responsibilities.

Primary responsibilities of this position include teaching and related academic activities throughout the academic year. Faculty are also expected to uphold the Universitys commitment to academic excellence by fostering an engaging and inclusive learning environment that supports values and challenges students from diverse ethnic, religious, gender, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Required Education Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability and commitment to actively contribute to departmental, college, and university initiatives through high-quality teaching, scholarly research, and professional service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching and research experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Computer Networks
• Evidence of successful teaching experience in higher education
• Demonstrated ability or interest in mentoring students in research or academic success
• Record of or potential for grant writing and external funding
• Interest in contributing to departmental service, curriculum development, and program assessment
• Experience working at a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) HBCU or other minority-serving institution is highly desirable
• Prior experience delivering undergraduate or graduate courses online or in hybrid formats
• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) such as Brightspace

Special Requirements

• Doctoral and masters transcripts are required.

Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.

Applicant Documents Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• References
• Transcripts
• Research Agenda
• Teaching Philosophy
• Optional Documents:
• Letters of Reference
• Sample Research Publication
• Sample of Teaching Evaluation