Tenure Track Assistant or Associate Professor in Computer Science

SEATTLE UNIVERSITY

COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

ASSISTANT or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

The Computer Science Department at Seattle University invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor positions beginning September 2021.  Applicants with expertise in any area of Computer Science will be considered; one of the two positions requires expertise in machine learning, artificial intelligence, or data science. Responsibilities will include teaching, maintaining active scholarship and department and university service.

Successful candidates will be responsible for teaching and mentoring undergraduates and graduate students; maintain an active research program; engaging in professional, university, and department service activities and demonstrate a genuine desire to contribute to the mission of Seattle University.

The Computer Science Department offers undergraduate degrees in Computer Science, a graduate certificate in Computer Science Fundamentals, and a master’s degree in Computer Science with specializations available in Data Science and Software Engineering. A new interdisciplinary master’s degree in Data Science will also be offered starting Fall 2021. The department has strong relationships with many local companies, including the leading technology companies headquartered nearby.  A senior capstone project program sponsored by these companies enhances our students’ educational experiences and provides faculty with ongoing opportunities for interaction with industry.  

For more information visit http://www.seattleu.edu/computerscience

Requirements: Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related discipline (must be granted by September 2021); strong interest in teaching.

Founded in 1891, Seattle University is a Jesuit Catholic university located on a beautiful campus of more than 50 acres in the dynamic heart of Seattle. Our diverse and driven population is made up of more than 7,200 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within eight schools and colleges. Seattle University is an equal opportunity employer.

In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty and staff that is dedicated to the fundamental principles of equal opportunity and treatment in education and employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The university encourages applications from, and nominations of, individuals whose differing backgrounds, beliefs, ideas and life experiences will further enrich the diversity of its educational community.

Submit applications through https://www.seattleu.edu/careers including a cover letter summarizing qualifications, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, scholarship statement, and a statement describing how you would contribute to Seattle University’s mission, vision, and values (https://www.seattleu.edu/about/mission) including diversity, equity, and inclusion. Please also include contact information for three references.  Letters of reference may be solicited upon completion of application.  Application review will begin November 1, 2020 with the search remaining open until the position is filled.  Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Roshandel at roshanak@seattleu.edu.