• Assistant Professor in Computer Science

    Western Kentucky University (Bowling Green, KY)


     

    The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Western Kentucky University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Computer Science, beginning August 2026.

     

    We seek candidates committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Applicants with research interests in artificial intelligence and machine learning, cybersecurity and privacy, software engineering, networking, database systems, data science, computer systems, or related areas that strengthen and expand the computer science program's academic profile are especially encouraged to apply.

    Primary responsibilities include:

    + Teaching introductory, core, and graduate-level computer science and computer information technology courses across a broad range of areas.

    + Supervising undergraduate and graduate student research projects.

    + Developing and maintaining an active and productive research program aligned with tenure expectations.

    + Participating in program assessment, accreditation activities, and curriculum development.

    + Advising students and contributing to departmental, college, university, and professional service.

    Job Requirements:

    + A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field by the time of appointment (ABD with documented completion before August 2026 will be considered).

    + An undergraduate degree in Computer Science or closely related field

    + Evidence of scholarly activity and the potential to sustain a productive research program aligned with tenure and promotion expectations.

    + Ability to teach courses that support the department's instructional needs and contribute expertise that complements and strengthens existing areas of the program.

    Additional Information:

    Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

     

    Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

     

    Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at [email protected] or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

     

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