Faculty Positions in Computer and Information Sciences (CIS)

The Department of Computer and Information Sciences at the Virginia Military Institute invites applications for two or more tenure-track faculty positions at the assistant or associate professor level beginning January 2021 or August 2021.  A completed or about to be completed Ph.D. in computer science or computer engineering is required.  Preferred fields include, but are not limited to, cyber security, data analytics, mobile computing, and human-centric computing. The successful applicant will be expected to teach undergraduate courses at both the introductory and advanced levels, and establish a research program in their area of expertise in which undergraduates are actively involved.

CIS at VMI has state-of-the-art laboratories and emphasizes teaching excellence, experiential learning and undergraduate research. We are embarking on an era of exceptional growth where cyber studies are being recognized as pivotal to all disciplines and vital to all aspects of modern societies from smart cities and critical infrastructures, to scientific computing, to big-data analytics and social computing,  to mobile and location-based services in healthcare, transportation, etc.

The current VMI BS in Computer Science degree program is dynamically evolving into an applied program anchored in cyber security, interactive computing, intelligent systems, and computational data science and engineering.  Individuals hired will have significant input into the growth process as advancements in computer and information sciences and technology continue to drive the future and dictate changes in computing curricula.

VMI is a state-supported coeducational undergraduate military college of 1600+ students, with a strong commitment to produce the next generation of leaders in the sciences, engineering, humanities, and social sciences.  VMI is located in Lexington, VA, which is a beautiful historic town in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. Washington and Lee University is located adjacent to VMI. The area is well-known for its educational, cultural, and natural amenities. Faculty wear military uniforms but prior military service is not required.  

Applicants should be submitted online at https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/hr/postings?position_type_id=1. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, names of at least three references, copies of transcripts, a statement of teaching, and a statement of research. Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you cannot submit online, please send application material to:  Chair, Search Committee, Department of Computer and Information Sciences, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, VA 24450.  The position is open until filled.

In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, VMI encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans to apply.